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Former SA mayor Herman Mashaba urges international sanctions on Zanu-PF leaders as Zimbabweans report feeling unwelcome in South Africa, prompting growing numbers to return home.

AfCFTA secretary-general warns that rising anti-migrant attacks across Africa contradict the goals of the continental free trade agreement, which depends on regional mobility and economic integration.

More than 700 migrants were left stranded outside the Epping repatriation centre in Cape Town, awaiting assistance amid growing uncertainty over their status and care.

Faced with renewed xenophobic violence, some Nigerians in South Africa are reportedly arming themselves for protection, prompting police intervention and diplomatic appeals for calm.

South Africa has confirmed it will not compensate Nigerians who evacuated the country amid anti-migrant unrest, with authorities stating that properties left behind, particularly in informal settlements or acquired illegally, do not qualify for reimbursement.

Pope Leo urged European and U.S. leaders to increase support for migrants during a symbolic visit to Lampedusa, honoring those who died crossing the Mediterranean.

South Africa has rejected Nigeria's request for compensation for citizens who fled xenophobic violence and abandoned businesses. Officials dismissed the claim and accused Nigerian migrants of running illegal drug dens.

South Africa has dismissed Nigeria's request for compensation to Nigerians who abandoned property during evacuation amid protests targeting undocumented migrants.

Kenya and Nigeria have begun evacuating their citizens from South Africa following a resurgence of xenophobic attacks targeting African migrants.

A civil society group has urged the federal government to establish a comprehensive support programme for Nigerians returning from South Africa, as 271 returnees are expected in Lagos.

More than 900 people have been arrested during widespread anti-migration protests that erupted across South Africa, amid rising xenophobic tensions.

The Nigerian government has announced plans to seek compensation from South Africa for citizens who were forced to abandon homes and businesses due to anti-immigrant violence.

South Africa faced heightened tensions on June 30, 2026, as nationwide anti-migrant demonstrations unfolded, prompting government intervention, police mobilisation, and regional concern over rising xenophobia.

South Africa faced heightened tensions on June 30, 2026, as citizen-led groups staged nationwide anti-migrant demonstrations, prompting heavy security deployments and prompting many foreign nationals to flee.

Zimbabwe and other nations are increasing citizen repatriations as border deployments rise, while migrant communities voice growing safety concerns linked to planned protests and enforcement operations.