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Presidency rejects WHO claims of xenophobia in South Africa

The Presidency has moved to counter growing international criticism over  South Africa's migration-related tensions, as hundreds of foreign nationals continue leaving the country amid fears of attacks. This follows comments by World Health Organisation (WHO) Director-General, Tedros Gebreyesus, who condemned what he described as a surge in xenophobic attacks in South Africa, claiming that Ethiopians and Mozambican nationals have been killed and that thousands of people were fleeing for their […]

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First group of Nigerian nationals repatriated amid rising tensions in SA

The first group of Nigerian nationals is expected to arrive in Lagos on Thursday morning as repatriation efforts gain momentum. Nigerian officials say they have received more than 1,000 requests for assistance from citizens currently living in South Africa who wish to return home. The evacuation comes as anti-illegal immigration groups continue to intensify pressure on undocumented foreign nationals to leave the country before 30 June. Organisations including March and March, […]

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