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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…
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…
South Africa anti-migrant protests: Thousands march, demanding illegal immigrants to leave
There’s growing tension in parts of South Africa where anti-migrant groups are targeting foreign nationals in demonstrations. Thousands of people have protested in Johannesburg demanding…
African fuel crisis: Supply disruption pushes up prices at the pump
Countries across Africa are facing rising fuel prices due to global supply disruptions. From Malawi to Mozambique, shortages are affecting transport and daily life. In…
Djibouti and the Horn of Africa: new front in the war on Iran
Djibouti built its economy on the strategy of charging rent to different military world powers. The US, China, France, Japan, Turkey and Italy all have…
African journalists on a trip to Israel – and the coverage that resulted | The Listening Post
For decades, the Israeli government and pro-Israel organisations have sponsored trips for politicians, celebrities and journalists, inviting them to visit and, as they put it,…
South Africa: Cape Town highway wall plan sparks fierce debate over crime and inequality
Cape Town’s proposed 8km security wall along the N2 highway has sparked fierce debate. City officials say the 3m barrier is needed to protect motorists…
