SOUTH AFRICA XENOPHOBIC VIOLENCE
Xenophobic violence and protests targeting foreign nationals in South Africa and the government's response.
10 articles
Why is the migration issue inflaming South Africa?
FRANCE 24Pourquoi la question migratoire enflamme-t-elle l’Afrique du Sud ?
Jul 1, 2026, 02:57 PM
Thousands of South Africans took to the streets on Tuesday in the first day of a national mobilization campaign with xenophobic undertones, which has pushed 25,000 immigrants into exile amid accusations of taking jobs from locals.
Thousands of anti-migrant protesters march in South Africa amid heavy police presence
BBC WORLDJun 30, 2026, 03:09 PM
Thousands of anti-migrant protesters marched in South Africa amid a heavy police presence. Some foreigners had already left the country ahead of a deadline set by anti-migrant groups.
Police deployed as anti-immigrant protests spread in South Africa (VIDEOS)
RTJun 30, 2026, 02:03 PM
South Africa has deployed police across major cities, including Johannesburg and Cape Town, as anti-immigrant protests disrupt urban areas. The unrest reflects rising tensions over migration in the country.
South Africa braces for anti-migrant protests
DEUTSCHE WELLEJun 29, 2026, 02:23 PM
Tensions are rising in South Africa ahead of planned anti-migrant protests on June 30, with the government warning against violence. Analysts say deep social and economic crises are fueling unrest and xenophobia in the country.
South African leader warns against violent protests
RTJun 29, 2026, 01:15 PM
South African President Cyril Ramaphosa has warned against vigilantism ahead of nationwide protests over undocumented immigration. He cautioned citizens against taking the law into their own hands.
A new xenophobic wave engulfs South Africa with killings and destroyed homes
EL PAÍSUna nueva ola xenófoba incendia Sudáfrica con asesinatos, viviendas destruidas y miles de desplazados
Jun 25, 2026, 03:30 AM
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.
Is xenophobia in South Africa risking investment?
DEUTSCHE WELLEJun 24, 2026, 01:08 PM
Vigilante groups and right-wing populist forces in South Africa are stoking anti-immigrant sentiment ahead of a self-imposed June 30 deadline for foreigners to leave. Experts warn the trend risks deterring investment and damaging the country's international standing.
South Africa: xenophobic violence on the rise
FRANCE 24Afrique du Sud : les violences xénophobes se multiplient
Jun 9, 2026, 03:52 PM
Xenophobic protests are continuing in South Africa, with clashes in a small town in the Western Cape. In an address to the nation, President Cyril Ramaphosa called for an end to the violence and announced concrete measures, but failed to reassure foreign nationals.
South Africa migration crisis: Ramaphosa's plan faces doubt
DEUTSCHE WELLEJun 9, 2026, 03:27 PM
President Cyril Ramaphosa has unveiled sweeping measures to curb illegal migration in South Africa, but with tensions rising and anti-migrant protesters unconvinced, doubts persist over whether his plan can end the wave of anti-foreigner protests.
South Africa launches crackdown on illegal immigration
RTJun 8, 2026, 01:47 PM
South Africa has announced it will speed up deportations, tighten border controls and introduce dedicated immigration courts as part of a crackdown on illegal immigration.