A new xenophobic wave engulfs South Africa with killings and destroyed homes
Una nueva ola xenófoba incendia Sudáfrica con asesinatos, viviendas destruidas y miles de desplazados
Summary
A new wave of xenophobic violence has erupted in South Africa, with anti-migration groups issuing ultimatums that have sparked fear among thousands of foreign nationals who are being scapegoated for the country's economic crisis. The attacks have resulted in killings and destroyed homes. The violence has reignited debate about recurring xenophobia in South Africa.
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