South Africa Expels Thousands of Foreigners.
South Africa has expelled many migrants and arrested foreign nationals. The actions are linked to protests. People are fleeing due to violence.
South Africa recently expelled over 53,000 African migrants within a month. Police arrested more than 8,000 foreign nationals who were in an irregular situation. These actions followed rising protests. People blamed immigrants for problems like unemployment and crime. Many migrants, particularly from Malawi, have returned to their home country because of the violence.
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Highlights
South Africa Expels Migrants
South Africa expelled over 53,000 African migrants in one month.
Police Arrest Foreign Nationals
Police arrested more than 8,000 foreign nationals.
Protests Blame Immigrants
Rising protests blame immigrants for unemployment and crime.
Malawians Flee Violence
Tens of thousands of foreign nationals fled South Africa due to violence.
Violence and Arrests Reported
Violence, intimidation, and arbitrary arrests occurred in South Africa.