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xenophobia
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Semaforworld13 days ago
Ramaphosa Announces Crackdown on Undocumented Migrants After Deadly Xenophobic Attacks and Regional Evacuations
South African President Cyril Ramaphosa said Pretoria is finalizing plans to limit foreign workers and expand labour inspections. The announcement follows weeks of violence that prompted evacuations by Ghana, Nigeria and Malawi.
citizen.co.zaworld13 days ago
Ramaphosa Condemns Xenophobic Attacks but Defends South Africa’s Right to Control Immigration
South African President Cyril Ramaphosa condemned recent attacks on foreign nationals and pledged tighter border enforcement. He said only state officials may enforce immigration law.
citizen.co.zaworld15 days ago
South African Vigilante Groups Demand Undocumented Migrants Leave by June 30 as Neighboring Countries Begin Repatriations
Vigilante groups are going door to door in South Africa demanding that undocumented foreign nationals leave the country by the end of June. Neighbouring governments have begun repatriations and issued safety advisories.
France 24world39 days ago
Ghana Repatriates 300 Citizens from South Africa
Ghana has secured presidential approval to immediately evacuate 300 distressed citizens who registered at its embassy in Pretoria following a new wave of protests against foreign nationals. South African President Cyril Ramaphosa described the events as isolated criminal acts unr…
BBC Newsworld39 days ago
Ghana Evacuates 300 Citizens from South Africa
Ghana announced the immediate evacuation of 300 registered citizens following a wave of protests against foreign nationals. President Cyril Ramaphosa described the unrest as isolated criminal acts unrelated to government policy. Multiple African nations have issued safety warning…
BBC Newsworld39 days ago
Ghana to Evacuate 300 Citizens from South Africa Amid Protests Over Immigration
Ghana's foreign minister announced the immediate evacuation of 300 distressed citizens registered at the embassy in Pretoria. The move follows a wave of anti-immigrant protests and conflicting statements from South African officials denying attacks on foreigners. Multiple African…
app.buzzsumo.comworld45 days ago
PLO Lumumba Condemns Xenophobic Attacks on African Migrants in South Africa
Lawyer PLO Lumumba sent an open letter to South African officials on May 6 condemning attacks on African migrants. The letter cited incidents in Johannesburg and Pretoria, including looting of businesses and calls for repatriation by at least 130 Nigerians. Lumumba argued the vio…
washingtonpost.comworld47 days ago
African Countries Protest Alleged Xenophobic Violence Against Their Citizens in South Africa
Nigeria and Ghana have formally raised concerns with South Africa about the mistreatment of their citizens amid rising xenophobic attacks. Mozambique is expected to join the complaints during a presidential meeting. Nigeria announced plans for an evacuation flight and reported tw…
vanguardngr.comworld47 days ago
Nigeria Requires Citizens to Self-Fund Voluntary Repatriation from South Africa Amid Xenophobic Attacks
Nigeria's government stated that Nigerians seeking voluntary repatriation from South Africa due to xenophobic violence must cover their own travel costs. About 130 have registered interest following recent killings of two Nigerians. The process will be facilitated but not funded…
BBC Newsworld48 days ago
South Africa Faces Anti-Migrant Protests as Nigeria Arranges Voluntary Repatriation for Citizens
Nigeria is organizing voluntary repatriation for its citizens in South Africa following violent anti-migrant protests. Foreign Minister Bianca Odumegwu-Ojukwu reported 130 applicants registered so far and condemned xenophobic rhetoric. South African President Cyril Ramaphosa has…
Substrate placeholder — needs reviewworld58 days ago
Ghana Summons South African Envoy Over Reports of Attack on Foreigner
Ghana has summoned South Africa's acting high commissioner following reports of intimidation and harassment against Ghanaian citizens and other migrants in South Africa. Videos circulating online show groups confronting individuals suspected of being in the country illegally. Off…