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King Misuzulu says enforcing immigration laws is not xenophobia amid SA migration debate

Independent online (SA) 14 Jul 2026
The comments come amid ongoing debate in South Africa over illegal immigration, with calls for stronger enforcement of immigration laws and concerns over rising tensions, including accusations of xenophobia and the targeting of foreign nationals.
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Kopanang Africa Against Xenophobia warns migrant crisis persists despite mass repatriations

Independent online (SA) 14 Jul 2026
... through the Musina Temporary Repatriation Processing Centre and the Beitbridge border post has not brought an end to the humanitarian crisis, according to Kopanang Africa Against Xenophobia (KAAX).
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More than 53 000 foreigners deported or repatriated in clampdown on illegal migration

Moneyweb 13 Jul 2026
With 80% Malawian and the rest from mainly neighbouring countries such as Zimbabwe and Mozambique. The clampdown has helped identify numerous criminals ... .
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'I'm considering it': Lebo M opens up about joining politics, xenophobia and security fears

Independent online (SA) 10 Jul 2026
During a deep-seated conversation regarding his life, Lebo M shared his insights on apartheid, xenophobia in South Africa, and a potential entry into politics ... "Everywhere else where there is anti-illegal immigration, it's not called xenophobia.
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'If you disagree, you can leave': Conductor's July 4 swipe at foreign riders ends his job

Raw Story 10 Jul 2026
If you dont believe in making this country better then why are you here?" @natescherer Had an interesting train operator on The Incline in TN today #lookoutmountain #racism #xenophobia #theincline #tennessee ♬ original sound - Nathan Scherer. .
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'We're tired': Jacinta hits back at xenophobia claims as she vows to continue marching

Independent online (SA) 09 Jul 2026
"Whoever thinks we're xenophobic, it's up to them. We're tired ... Previous protests linked to immigration have, at times, turned violent, while xenophobia has remained a persistent issue in South Africa, occasionally resulting in deadly attacks.
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From violence to economic rupture: the cost of xenophobia

Independent online (SA) 09 Jul 2026
South Africa had not solved xenophobia ... Xenophobia in South Africa is not an isolated event, nor is it a seasonal flare-up ... Xenophobia is therefore not merely a humanitarian crisis ... Until xenophobia is ...
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Africa: Zimbabwe Says Over 78,000 Nationals Have Returned From South Africa Amid Xenophobia Fears

All Africa 08 Jul 2026
The government says 78,112 Zimbabwean nationals have returned from South Africa since May amid fears of xenophobic attacks following threats by anti-migrant pressure groups ....
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South Africa faces growing African backlash over xenophobia, expert warns

Eye Witness News 08 Jul 2026
South Africa can no longer deny its xenophobia crisis, says WITS migration expert Dr Rebecca Walker. .
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‘You are not in India’ — Vasundhara Oswal calls out racism and xenophobia in Switzerland ...

Live Mint 08 Jul 2026
Vasundhara Oswal shares a shocking encounter with xenophobia in Switzerland, urging Indians to rethink tourism and investment in the “developed” European nation ....
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SA, Ghana deny xenophobia prompted postponement of Ramaphosa’s visit

Business Day 08 Jul 2026
Pretoria, Accra reject claims antimigrant violence derailed planned bilateral meeting .
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ConCourt stops deportation of asylum seekers

Moneyweb 08 Jul 2026
Declares sections of the Refugees Act unconstitutional ... .
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Ghana asks Ramaphosa to defer visit amid xenophobic attacks

Moneyweb 08 Jul 2026
SA clarifies that the request to Ghana was not for a state visit, but to confirm the holding of a commission to be chaired by the two presidents ... .
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