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How anti-migrant anger became political power in South Africa | Al Jazeera Explains
South Africa is facing a new wave of xenophobic violence, but this time the anger is becoming organised. As unemployment, inequality and failing services deepen…
South Africa migrants : Businesses suffer the effects of repatriations
As regional leaders gather in Durban for a SADC summit, migration is set to dominate after months of protests against undocumented migrants in South Africa….
How xenophobia went viral in South Africa | The Listening Post
South Africa is experiencing an ugly wave of xenophobia driven by a coordinated digital campaign by anti-migrant groups. As prejudiced rhetoric seeps into mainstream news…
Johannesburg on edge as South Africa anti-migrant protests threaten foreigners
In South Africa, there’ve been months of anti-immigrant protests and tensions. Thousands of undocumented migrants are desperately trying to leave the country, ahead of a…
Migrants flee unrest in South Africa as June 30 anti-migrant deadline looms
There have been months of anti-immigrant protests and tensions in South Africa. Thousands of undocumented migrants, mostly other Africans, are desperately trying to leave the…
Nigeria evacuates citizens from South Africa after xenophobic attacks
Nigeria is facilitating the repatriation of hundreds of its citizens from South Africa following a wave of xenophobic attacks targeting foreign nationals. More than a…
Violence against foreign-owned shops in South Africa
Foreign workers in South Africa are again facing violence and protests by anti-immigrant groups. Shops owned by foreign nationals have been ransacked as locals vent…
South Africa protests: Anti-migrant demonstrations planned in Durban
Truck drivers in South Africa plan protests on key routes to Durban, demanding jobs for locals amid rising anti-migrant tensions. Violence has erupted in some…
What’s behind the rising violence in South Africa? | The Listening Post
A wave of xenophobic violence has spread across South Africa, fuelled by a toxic mix of anger, disinformation and inflammatory mobilisation online. At the centre…
Xenophobic attacks in South Africa: Ethiopian migrants question increasing hostility
Police in South Africa are conducting immigration checks targeting suspected undocumented foreigners, leading to detentions and business closures in Durban amid rising unrest and tensions…















