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Xenophobia
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Nigerians Returning from South Africa Face Criminal Stigma and Economic Ruin
Government officials are launching support programs for over 1,000 Nigerians returning from South Africa, as returnees share personal stories of lost businesses, systemic discrimination, and the heavy stigma of being unfairly labeled as criminals.
Uganda Brings Home First Citizens Escaping South African Xenophobia
A group of 273 Ugandans has returned home from South Africa as the government launches an evacuation mission to protect its citizens from ongoing xenophobic violence.
Nigerian Government Organizes Evacuation for 700 Citizens from South Africa
The Nigerian government is set to evacuate an additional 700 citizens from South Africa, bringing the total number of repatriated individuals to over 1,200 as officials refute claims of passenger fees.
Nigerian Government Denies Charging Returnees for South Africa Evacuation Flights
The Nigerian government has rejected allegations that returnees from South Africa were forced to pay for evacuation flights, confirming that the state covered all costs.
Aloy Ejimakor calls on President Tinubu to address violence against Nigerians in South Africa
Aloy Ejimakor urges President Bola Tinubu to issue a strong warning to the South African government following ongoing attacks against Nigerian citizens.
Nigerian Government Preparing Further Evacuations Amid South African Unrest
The Nigerian government is organizing a new evacuation mission for citizens in South Africa as looting and unrest continue to impact foreign-owned businesses.
Migrants Return to Malawi and Zimbabwe After Fleeing South African Hostility
Thousands of foreign nationals are returning to their home countries after a wave of xenophobic violence and vigilante-led ultimatums forced them to flee South Africa.
Nigerian Government Plans to Seek Compensation for Assets Abandoned in South Africa
The Nigerian government is documenting abandoned properties and businesses of returnees from South Africa to pursue compensation, as 603 citizens have now been successfully evacuated.
Thousands Depart South Africa Amidst Xenophobic Protests and Unofficial Deadline
Thousands of undocumented foreign nationals are fleeing South Africa as nationwide protests and vigilante-led anti-immigrant campaigns result in violence, deaths, and mass government-assisted repatriations.
Nigeria pursues restitution for properties abandoned by citizens fleeing South Africa
Nigeria's Acting High Commissioner, Alexander Ajayi, announced that the government is documenting abandoned assets of returning Nigerians to demand compensation from South African authorities amidst growing xenophobic tensions.