Dozens of anti-illegal immigration protesters marched through Kwa-Thema township near Johannesburg on Monday, despite a warning from South African President Cyril Ramaphosa against vigilantism and xenophobic violence.
The peaceful demonstration came a day after Ramaphosa addressed the nation, acknowledging public concerns over illegal immigration while stressing that only lawful authorities should enforce immigration laws. He warned against groups attempting to exploit the issue to promote violence, disorder, or personal agendas.
Protesters, however, insisted they would continue their campaign, arguing that stronger government action is needed to address undocumented migration. Demonstrators marched through the township chanting slogans and calling for stricter immigration enforcement.
South Africa, home to more than three million foreign nationals, has experienced repeated outbreaks of anti-migrant violence over the past two decades. Economic challenges, including unemployment rates exceeding 30 percent, have contributed to growing tensions between local communities and migrant populations.
Recent unrest has led hundreds of foreign nationals from countries including the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Rwanda, and Somalia to seek protection in various parts of the country after reports of threats and intimidation.
Several African governments have begun arranging the return of their citizens. Ghana has organized repatriation flights, while Malawi and Mozambique have deployed buses to assist those wishing to leave. Nigerian nationals are also expected to begin departing in the coming days.
Authorities across the region continue to monitor the situation closely amid concerns that renewed anti-migrant sentiment could trigger further unrest.
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