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Ramaphosa warns against violence ahead of 30 June protests

As South Africa braces for nationwide anti-illegal immigration protests on Tuesday, President Cyril Ramaphosa has urged demonstrators to exercise their constitutional rights peacefully, warning that violence, intimidation and vigilantism will not be tolerated. In a statement on Monday, Ramaphosa acknowledged growing public concern over undocumented immigration but stressed that all protests must remain within the bounds of the law. "The exercise of rights by any citizen in a constitutional democracy […]

todayJune 29, 2026 60

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Government defends children’s rights ahead of 30 June deadline

Children have become a central focus of South Africa’s increasingly heated immigration debate, with government insisting that constitutional rights cannot be suspended amid growing public pressure over access to basic services. Justice and Constitutional Development Minister, Mmamoloko Kubayi, says healthcare, education and other essential services must remain accessible to all children living in South Africa, regardless of their nationality. Her remarks come ahead of planned nationwide protests against illegal immigration […]

todayJune 26, 2026 55

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Vatsonga Machangani movement demands action against ethnic profiling

Members of the Vatsonga Machangani movement have called on the South African Human Rights Commission (SAHRC) to intervene against what they describe as years of ethnic profiling, discrimination and harassment linked to their language and cultural identity. Hundreds of community members gathered at Beyers Naudé Square in the Johannesburg CBD on Friday before marching to the SAHRC's Gauteng offices in Braamfontein, where they handed over a memorandum outlining their concerns. […]

todayJune 26, 2026 73

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Tensions boil over as nearly 10,000 Malawians await departure from South Africa

A large voluntary repatriation operation involving foreign nationals in Durrban, descended into chaos on Wednesday, after frustrated Malawian nationals clashed with police while awaiting transport to take them home. The unrest broke out outside Sherwood Park, where thousands of Malawian nationals have gathered in recent weeks seeking assistance to return their country of origin. Tensions escalated when protesters began throwing stones at police officers and journalists covering the demonstration after […]

todayJune 17, 2026 71

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Over 90% of repatriated Ghanaians found undocumented at OR Tambo

The Border Management Authority (BMA) says more than 90% of the 300 Ghanaian nationals processed for repatriation at OR Tambo International Airport on Wednesday were found to be undocumented, highlighting the scale of immigration non-compliance facing South African authorities. The BMA confirmed that 295 passengers were cleared to leave the country, while five travellers were prevented from boarding after failing to meet legal immigration requirements. The group forms part of […]

todayMay 27, 2026 39

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SA Human Rights Commission under fire as immigration debate intensifies

The South African Human Rights Commission (SAHRC) came under intense criticism during a tense virtual imbizo on anti-illegal immigration protests in KwaZulu-Natal, as frustrated South Africans accused the commission of failing to prioritise citizens amid growing pressure over migration, crime and unemployment. Some participants argued that South Africans are increasingly being sidelined in employment opportunities, informal trading and access to public services, while alleging that undocumented foreign nationals are linked […]

todayMay 25, 2026 116

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eThekwini verifies 300 foreign nationals following Diakonia Centre standoff

At least 300 foreign nationals have been verified by immigration officials in Durban,  following a standoff outside the Diakonia Centre, with only one found to be in the country illegally. The intervention comes after a number of foreign nationals spent several days outside the centre seeking security and temporary refuge amid rising anti-immigrant sentiment in parts of the city. Scores of people gathered at the centre, saying they feared for […]

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Erika Kirk slams online culture for normalising mockery of her husband’s death

The widow of conservative activist, Charlie Kirk, has criticised online culture, saying it fuels a lack of empathy and dehumanises individuals. Her frustration follows continued jokes and discussions about her husband’s death circulating on social media platforms. Recently, YouTube included Kirk on its 2025 Top Creators list, prompting comments such as, "Charlie Kirk is streaming from hell?" YouTube dropped the list of top content creators for 2025: 1 - MrBeast […]

todayDecember 12, 2025 65