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Foreign nationals flee South Africa amid anti-immigrant protests and threats
Thousands of foreign nationals, including Malawians and Nigerians, have fled South Africa in recent weeks due to rising anti-immigrant sentiment and planned protests. Anti-immigrant groups reportedly set a June 30 "deadline" for foreign nationals to leave, threatening to "shut the country down" if their demands are not met. The exodus highlights ongoing social and economic crises fueling xenophobia, with reports of violence against migrants and foreign-owned businesses.
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- Centre (1): The Print
- Right (1): Firstpost
- International (6): Al Jazeera English, BBC News, Deutsche Welle, France 24, Reuters, The Guardian