10 Jul, 12:28··

Weekly protests against undocumented migrants involve violence in South Africa.

France24

Protests against immigration are happening in South Africa. The protests are violent and involve looting. The South African president is meeting with Emmanuel Macron while these events occur.

The March and March movement is organizing weekly demonstrations against undocumented migrants. These protests have led to violence and the theft of goods from businesses. South Africa has a history of anti-immigrant violence, starting nearly two decades ago. Thousands of migrants have been forced to leave the country due to these protests. Experts are studying the reasons for this increasing violence and discrimination.

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Highlights

Weekly Protests in South Africa

The March and March movement organizes weekly protests against immigration, marked by violence.

Violence and Looting During Protests

Protests in South Africa have turned into violence and looting of businesses.

Long History of Anti-Immigrant Violence

South Africa has experienced anti-immigrant violence for nearly two decades.

Migrants Being Displaced

Thousands of migrants have been displaced due to the violence.

Experts Examine Contributing Factors

Experts are studying the reasons for the rising racist violence.

Perspectives

Sources agree
  • Weekly protests against immigration are happening in South Africa.
  • The March and March movement organizes the protests.
  • Violence and looting are occurring during the protests.
  • There is a history of anti-immigrant violence in South Africa.
Sources disagree
Cause of the violence

The violence is linked to anti-immigration movements and racism.

New, DW Deutsch

The violence is a result of long-standing anti-immigrant sentiment and displacement.

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