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Ghana halts visit by South African president amid row over anti-migrant protests
Many in Ghana feared his presence would lead to mass protests, and officials say it is postponed for now.
July 7, 2026South African leader warns anti-migrant protesters ahead of unofficial deadline
Thousands of people from other African countries have left South Africa ahead of Tuesday's deadline set by anti-migrant groups.
June 29, 2026'They came with machetes' - deadline looms for migrants to leave South Africa
Protesters have set 30 June as the date for all undocumented migrants to leave the country.
June 17, 2026South Africa trolled by African fans in wake of World Cup loss
The taunting reflects anger from parts of the continent over reports of xenophobia in South Africa.
June 12, 2026Nigeria evacuates citizens from South Africa as anti-migrant sentiment rises
Nigeria is the latest African state to repatriate citizens following reports of xenophobic attacks.
June 11, 2026Malawians repatriated from South Africa amid xenophobia concerns
Malawi is among several African nations transporting their citizens out of the country following reports of violence against migrants.
June 8, 2026South Africa's Ramaphosa vows crackdown on groups behind xenophobic attacks - Reuters
South Africa's Ramaphosa vows crackdown on groups behind xenophobic attacks Reuters
June 7, 2026First Ghanaians set to be repatriated from South Africa over anti-immigrant protests
It follows recent protests against illegal immigration that have led to fears there could be a resurgence in xenophobic violence.
May 27, 2026Ghana to evacuate 300 citizens from South Africa after xenophobic attacks - Reuters
Ghana to evacuate 300 citizens from South Africa after xenophobic attacks Reuters
May 13, 2026South Africa condemns 'fake videos' of alleged xenophobic attacks
As claims of xenophobia in South Africa mount, Ghana calls on the African Union to send a fact-finding mission.
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Ghana halts visit by South African president amid row over anti-migrant protests
President Cyril Ramaphosa was due to fly to Ghana next month Ghana has postponed a visit by South Africa's President Cyril Ramaphosa following xenophobic rallies that resulted in hundreds of Ghanaia
South African leader warns anti-migrant protesters ahead of unofficial deadline
Protests are still happening on the eve of the unofficial deadline for undocumented migrants to leave South Africa People intending to protest against migrants should do so without "intimidation, thr
'They came with machetes' - deadline looms for migrants to leave South Africa
South Africa has become a hostile place for undocumented migrants, as a deadline set by protesters for them to leave the country approaches. "I am very scared and traumatised," Esnat Joseph, a 36-yea
South Africa trolled by African fans in wake of World Cup loss
The normal display of African unity in the early stages of a football World Cup was notably absent from social media as many fans from across the continent backed Mexico in the tournament's opening ma
Why are Nigeria-South Africa tensions rising amid xenophobic attacks?
It’s not the first time the two African giants have gone head-to-head over attacks on their nationals. Save Share Nigeria has threatened retaliatory measures against South Africa after Abuja began
First group of Nigerians returns home after anti-immigration protests in South Africa
The first group of Nigerians returned home from South Africa on Thursday as part of a repatriation ordered by the government following violent anti-immigration protests. A total of 262 passengers and
First group of Nigerians returns home after anti-immigration protests in South Africa
Nigerian nationals repatriated from South Africa, following concerns about unrest, reacts upon arrival at the Murtala Muhammed International Airport in Lagos, Nigeria, Thursday, June 11, 2026. (AP Pho
Nigeria evacuates citizens from South Africa as anti-migrant sentiment rises
Nigeria has become the latest African state to repatriate some of its citizens from South Africa following a rise in anti-migrant sentiments in the country. A flight carrying 268 Nigerians has landed
Malawians repatriated from South Africa amid xenophobia concerns
A group of 171 Malawians repatriated from South Africa amid growing worries about xenophobia arrived in their home country on Tuesday, Malawi's government has said. The repatriation follows violence
South Africa Cracks Down on Xenophobic Violence: Reclaiming Reputation Amidst Crisis
In response to escalating xenophobic violence, South African President Cyril Ramaphosa committed this weekend to taking action against groups leveraging anti-immigrant sentiment for their gain. The un
Ramaphosa announces crackdown and fast-tracked deportations of undocumented migrants
Thabiso Goba Protesters walk in the street during a protest march against undocumented migrants in Yeoville, Johannesburg, on April 30, 2026. Picture: Wikus de Wet/AFP President Cyril Ramaphosa has
Ramaphosa vows tougher action on illegal immigrants and employers
President Cyril Ramaphosa says the government will crack down on employers who employ illegal foreigners, increase penalties on them, tighten the country’s borders and close the gap in migration polic
South Africa's Ramaphosa vows crackdown on groups behind xenophobic attacks
Published on 06/07/2026 at 02:01 pm EDT June 7 (Reuters) - South Africa will crack down on groups behind xenophobic violence, President Cyril Ramaphosa said on Sunday, as anti-imm
South Africa's Ramaphosa vows crackdown on groups behind xenophobic attacks
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