Tag: South Africa
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Tension As Anti-Migrant Protests Begins, Heavy Security Deployed Across South Africa
By Paul Joseph South African authorities deployed police officers across major cities on Tuesday as nationwide anti-migrant protests got underway amid concerns they could turn violent. The demonstrations followed an unofficial deadline issued by anti-immigration campaigners demanding that undocumented foreign nationals leave the country. President Cyril Ramaphosa appealed to protesters to remain peaceful and avoid…
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Third Batch of Evacuated Nigerians Arrive Lagos from South Africa
By Opeyemi Adelakun The third batch of Nigerians evacuated from South Africa has arrived in Lagos amid weeks of anti-immigration protests and rising xenophobic tensions in the country. The returnees arrived on Tuesday aboard an Air Peace aircraft, which touched down at the cargo terminal of the Murtala Muhammed International Airport, Ikeja, at about 10:54…
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As Africans, We Are One’ — Ronwen Williams Appeals for Unity After Mexico Loss
By Gloria Drealomalicha South Africa captain Ronwen Williams has appealed for unity among Africans, urging football fans across the continent to set political differences aside and come together in support of the game. His message comes in the wake of South Africa’s difficult start to their FIFA World Cup campaign, which began with a disappointing…
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First Batch of Nigerians Repatriated from S’Africa to Arrive Lagos Thursday
By Opeyemi Adelakun The Federal Government has announced that the first group of Nigerians returning from South Africa following recent xenophobic attacks will arrive in Lagos on Thursday. The returnees are expected to land at the Murtala Muhammed International Airport aboard an Air Peace flight scheduled to depart Johannesburg on Wednesday night. This was disclosed…
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FG Postponed Evacuation of Nigerians from South Africa Over Logistical Challenges
By Paul Joseph The Federal Government has postponed the planned evacuation of Nigerians stranded in South Africa following the recent surge in anti-foreigner attacks, citing logistical and administrative challenges. The first phase of the emergency airlift, initially scheduled to commence on Monday, will now begin on Wednesday, according to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. Spokesperson…
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FG Evacuates Nigerians as June 30 Xenophobia Ultimatum Nears
By Paul Joseph The Federal Government has commenced plans to evacuate more than 1,000 Nigerians from South Africa as concerns mount over renewed xenophobic tensions and growing anti-immigrant sentiment in the country. Officials of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs on Friday confirmed that screening for a voluntary repatriation programme began on Thursday, with authorities expecting…
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Beyond Repatriation: Understanding Ghana’s Response to Xenophobic Tensions in South Africa
By George Omagbemi Sylvester The decision by the Government of Ghana to repatriate hundreds of its citizens from South Africa was driven largely by rising anti-immigration protests, xenophobic tensions, and growing fears for the safety of foreign nationals. Reports indicated that many Ghanaians felt increasingly vulnerable amid demonstrations in Johannesburg and other areas, where some…
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Oshiomhole Alleges South African Politicians Fuel Anti-Nigerian Sentiments
By George Omagbemi Sylvester Former Edo State Governor and Nigerian senator, Adams Oshiomhole, has alleged that some South African politicians deliberately promote anti-Nigerian sentiments for political gain, amid renewed tension over xenophobic rhetoric and attacks targeting foreign nationals. Oshiomhole made the remarks on May 13, 2026, during an interview aired by Naija News TV, where…
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Suspected Robber Found Dead Hanging On Fence In Pretoria
By Paul Joseph Residents of a community in Pretoria, the administrative capital city of South Africa were left shocked after a suspected house robber was allegedly found dead hanging on a security fence following what is believed to have been a failed escape attempt. According to reports, residents heard a man screaming during the night…
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NUSA Springs Chapter Officially Inaugurated in South Africa
By George Omagbemi Sylvester, SSA on Media and Publicity to the President General NUSA The Nigerian Union South Africa (NUSA) has officially inaugurated its Springs Chapter during a colourful and well-attended ceremony that brought together Nigerian community leaders, South African stakeholders, traditional leaders, security agencies, youth representatives, and members of civic organizations. The historic inauguration…
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South Africa Delays Nigerians’ Safety Pact Over Xenophobia Concerns — NiDCOM
By Paul Joseph Abike Dabiri-Erewa has disclosed that South Africa is yet to sign a proposed Memorandum of Understanding aimed at protecting Nigerians and other Africans from xenophobic attacks, despite six years of negotiations. Speaking during an X Space conversation organised by The Progressive NG on the theme, “Leveraging Diaspora Strength for Nigeria’s Next Phase…
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ECOWAS Parliament Moves to Address Xenophobic Attacks in South Africa
By George Omagbemi Sylvester The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) Parliament has taken steps to address rising xenophobic attacks against West African citizens in South Africa, calling for investigation, accountability, and stronger regional protection mechanisms. The development was reported on May 8, 2026, during the first ordinary session of the ECOWAS Parliament in…