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South Africans March Against Xenophobic Attacks on Immigrants

France24

South Africans protested against undocumented migrants. The protests caused a death of a foreign national. Many migrants left the country after the demonstrations.

On Tuesday, thousands of South Africans marched to demand that undocumented immigrants leave the country. These protests were linked to a campaign that promoted negative feelings about foreigners. Sadly, one foreign national died during the demonstrations. Following the events, thousands of undocumented migrants left South Africa. This situation highlights ongoing tensions regarding immigration in the country.

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Highlights

Protests Demand Immigrant Departure

South Africans protested, demanding undocumented migrants leave the country.

Xenophobic Campaigns Fuel Protests

Weeks of xenophobic campaigns caused the protests to happen.

Death of Foreign National

A foreign national died during the demonstration.

Mass Departures Announced

Thousands of undocumented migrants have announced departures.

Recurring Issue in South Africa

Xenophobia is a recurring problem in South Africa.

Timeline

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