Kenyans in South Africa Urged to Carry IDs and Avoid Risk Areas Amid Xenophobic Attacks
The mission said Kenyans should stay vigilant, carry valid identification and avoid protest areas as unrest over undocumented migration spreads.
- The Kenya High Commission in Pretoria issued a safety advisory urging Kenyans to remain vigilant following recent demonstrations that have reportedly affected foreign nationals across South Africa.
- Anti-Migrant groups such as Operation Dudula and the March Movement have staged nationwide protests, arguing that the influx of migrants places undue pressure on the job market and public services.
- Viral videos show locals assaulting individuals accused of being in the country illegally, prompting officials to urge Kenyans to carry valid identification and documentation at all times.
- Officials from Ghana and Zimbabwe condemned the targeted attacks, while the Nigerian government announced a repatriation program with at least 130 Nigerians requesting assistance to return home.
- President Cyril Ramaphosa condemned the acts of lawlessness, warning that legitimate concerns about illegal migration should never breed prejudice and hatred towards fellow Africans.
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Kenyans in South Africa Urged to Carry IDs and Avoid Risk Areas Amid Xenophobic Attacks
Nairobi -- The Kenya High Commission in Pretoria has issued a safety advisory urging Kenyans living in South Africa to remain vigilant following recent demonstrations that have reportedly affected foreign nationals in parts of the country.
Kenya Issues Warning to Citizens in South Africa
The Kenyan High Commission in Pretoria has warned Kenyans in South Africa to steer clear of anti-foreigner protest grounds as xenophobic attacks intensify. Violence and hostilities against African migrants have been recurring in South Africa. In April, videos circulating on social media showed South Africans wielding sticks as they chased and beat Black migrants, ordering them to leave the country. Anti-migrant protests rocked the country betwee…
Kenya warns citizens in South Africa over fresh xenophobic attacks
The Kenyan government has urged its citizens in South Africa to remain cautious and avoid protest areas following ongoing xenophobic attacks on foreign nationals.In an advisory released on Monday, the Kenya High Commission in Pretoria urged Kenyans to keep away from protest areas and public demonstrations, noting that such gatherings could turn violent without notice.The mission also advised its nationals to always move with valid identification…
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