A surge in anti-immigrant demonstrations across South Africa is raising concerns about potential violence ahead of local government elections in November.
The Incident Command Centre (ICC) reported that repatriation of foreign nationals is currently underway following anti-migration protests and fear-mongering towards foreign nationals across the Overstrand.
Dozens of protesters marched through a Johannesburg township on Monday calling for tougher action against illegal immigration.
Ramaphosa responded to nationwide anti-foreigner marches with a five-point immigration crackdown and a warning against vigilante action.
South Africa warns Ghana against ‘public spectacles’ during repatriation of citizens amid rising anti-immigrant tensions and xenophobic violence.
Anti-migrant violence in Mossel Bay leaves two dead and hundreds displaced, with even South Africans fleeing their homes in fear.
Nigeria plans to repatriate over 1 000 nationals from South Africa amid rising anti-immigrant tensions and protests targeting foreigners.
President Cyril Ramaphosa will address the nation on government’s comprehensive migration strategy as South Africa grapples with a surge in anti-migrant protests.
Approximately 90% of foreign nationals currently housed in temporary facilities across the Overstrand are undocumented.