xenophobic attacks

The Nigerian Senate debated issues including xenophobic attacks in South Africa, a fake agency controversy, and secondary education reform. The session covered multiple topics highlighted as top Senate stories.

A delegation of South African traditional leaders visited Zimbabwe to condemn xenophobia, urging resolution of migration disputes through dialogue instead of violence.

Two Mozambican nationals were killed in xenophobic attacks by South African citizens targeting black Africans. The incidents are reported without specifying the exact location of the attacks.

The Zimbabwean government reported that 78,112 nationals have returned from South Africa since May due to fears of xenophobic attacks following threats by anti-migrant pressure groups.

The Ghanaian government has rejected a state visit request from South African President Cyril Ramaphosa due to concerns about xenophobic attacks on Ghanaians and other foreign nationals in South Africa.

A Zimbabwean migrant was allegedly killed in South Africa's Mpumalanga, causing fear among migrant communities there amid ongoing xenophobic attacks.

Nigeria confirmed two of its nationals were killed in South Africa during anti-immigrant violence, with one death allegedly by police and another by unidentified attackers. The violence, part of broader anti-migrant protests blaming foreigners for unemployment and crime, prompted Nigeria, Ghana, and Malawi to repatriate citizens and summon South African diplomats.

Nigeria confirmed two of its nationals were killed in South Africa during anti-immigrant violence in June. The deaths occurred amid protests blaming foreigners for unemployment and crime, prompting Nigeria, Ghana, and Malawi to repatriate citizens and summon South African diplomats.

Nigerians repatriated from South Africa due to renewed xenophobic attacks are warning their compatriots against migrating to the country, stating it is unsafe for foreigners and that many Nigerians live in constant fear there.

Claims about Nigeria's $61 billion contribution to South Africa's anti-apartheid struggle have resurfaced on social media amid recent xenophobic attacks against Nigerians in South Africa, which led to the repatriation of over 250 Nigerians.

The Government of Uganda announced plans to evacuate Ugandan nationals from South Africa due to rising anti-migrant violence and xenophobic protests. President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni directed the Ministry of Foreign Affairs to arrange the evacuation for those feeling unsafe.

Officials from Lilongwe District Council are meeting with the Human Rights Consultative Committee (HRCC) to discuss postponing planned anti-xenophobia protests. The demonstrations aim to address escalating xenophobic attacks against foreign nationals in South Africa.

MTN chairperson condemns xenophobic attacks in South Africa and urges a return to 'national consciousness'. A former South African Deputy Minister of Finance used an eulogy to address the immigration crisis directly.

The Nigerian federal government repatriated 66 Nigerians from South Africa following xenophobic attacks in the country. This evacuation is part of ongoing efforts to assist affected citizens.

AON is calling for a review of aviation taxes and an economic boycott of South Africa. The move follows Nigerian airlines' struggles with rising operating costs and sustainability concerns, alongside renewed xenophobic attacks in South Africa that have drawn Nigerian criticism.

An old video falsely linked to xenophobic attacks in South Africa was actually filmed months earlier in a different province. The misinformation has been debunked by Africa Check.

African delegates in China condemned xenophobic attacks. They emphasized African unity and called for treating each other as siblings.

Namibian entrepreneurs using the 'order with me' model report that xenophobic attacks in South Africa are endangering their livelihoods, prompting some to stop traveling to the neighboring country due to safety concerns.

Air Peace, Nigeria's airline, expressed sadness over the evacuation of Nigerian citizens in South Africa due to xenophobic attacks. The airline described the situation as 'unfortunate and deeply concerning.'

Ghana evacuated 1,000 citizens from South Africa as xenophobic attacks increased. Mr. Ablakwa stated, 'We kept our promise. No Ghanaian has been abandoned in harm's way.'

The Nigerian federal government has rescheduled the airlifting of Nigerian citizens wishing to leave South Africa following recent xenophobic attacks against Black individuals in the country.

South African President Cyril Ramaphosa condemned recent xenophobic attacks against African migrants while defending his government's efforts to address irregular immigration. The statement highlights a dual focus on immigration control and rejecting violence against foreign nationals.

South Africa’s president, Cyril Ramaphosa, acknowledged rising tensions over illegal migration and xenophobic attacks, vowing to address concerns about unemployment and strained public services. Anti-migrant groups have set a June 30 deadline for illegal immigrants to leave, while incidents like the recent Mossel Bay attacks highlight ongoing violence against foreigners.

Mozambique reported five citizens killed in xenophobic attacks in South Africa, prompting 300 Mozambicans to return home over the weekend.

Five Mozambique nationals were killed in xenophobic attacks in South Africa, with about 800 others caught up in violence in Mossel Bay. The Mozambican government linked the deaths to anti-immigration protests sweeping the country.

South Africa’s anti-migrant rallies have led to repatriations, prompting Ghana to charter flights to evacuate its citizens. Political backlash over xenophobic attacks is growing across the continent.