African countries warn citizens of xenophobic attacks in South Africa

South Africa's recurring waves of xenophobic violence

For nearly two decades, South Africa has suffered recurring bouts of xenophobic attacks. From deadly riots in 2008 to the rise of Operation Dudula, thousand of foreign nationals have been displaced time and again.

African nations warn citizens in South Africa after reports of xenophobic attacks

Ghana said on Wednesday it had facilitated the safe return of a citizen who was seen being targeted in a video that ⁠went viral

African countries warn citizens of xenophobic attacks in South Africa

By Nilutpal Timsina JOHANNESBURG, May 7 (Reuters) – African countries including Kenya, Malawi, Lesotho and Zimbabwe have warned migrants in South Africa to be cautious and remain indoors due to attacks targeting foreigners, and Ghana has lobbied the ​African Union regional bloc for action. South Africa has seen a wave of ‌protests against illegal immigration which have been accompanied by instances of violence against migrants from other sub-Sah…