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Xenophobia
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House of Representatives launches inquiry into xenophobic violence against Nigerians in South Africa
Lawmakers in Nigeria have opened an investigation to document the losses sustained by Nigerians during recurring xenophobic attacks in South Africa, aiming to secure compensation and improved protections.
South African economy suffering after xenophobic attacks on migrant businesses
NICASA President Frank Onyekwelu explains that South African communities are suffering economic hardship following the closure of foreign-owned businesses targeted in recent xenophobic attacks.
Femi Falana Urges Nigeria and Ghana to Take South Africa to the African Court Over Xenophobia
Senior Advocate Femi Falana is urging Nigeria and Ghana to bypass the African Union and sue South Africa in the African Court on Human and Peoples’ Rights to seek redress for xenophobic violence.
Nigeria and Ghana Unite to Combat Anti-African Hostility Across the Continent
Nigeria and Ghana have formed a strategic alliance to tackle the surge in anti-African violence and advocate for the issue to be addressed at the next African Union Summit.
Nigerian Government Concludes Repatriation of 1,490 Citizens from South Africa
Following a series of xenophobic incidents, the Federal Government has finished transporting 1,490 Nigerians back home from South Africa via specialized humanitarian flights.
Final Repatriation Flight Returns 308 Nigerians from South Africa
A final flight carrying 308 Nigerians from South Africa has landed in Lagos, marking the completion of the government's emergency evacuation program for those affected by xenophobic violence.
Nigerian Returnees From South Africa Share Tales of Xenophobia and Betrayal
Nigerians fleeing xenophobic violence in South Africa are calling for government aid as they struggle to reintegrate, with 315 final evacuees arriving in Lagos.
Additional 39 Nigerians leave South Africa on emergency flight
A total of 39 Nigerians have departed South Africa on an emergency evacuation flight organized by the Federal Government and Air Peace, with hundreds more expected to follow next week.
Uganda Completes Initial Evacuation of Over 1,100 Citizens from South Africa
Uganda has finalized the first phase of its voluntary evacuation, bringing 1,102 citizens home from South Africa amid ongoing xenophobic tension.
Mass return of 38,000 Malawians from South Africa follows xenophobic violence
Over 38,000 Malawians have fled South Africa following a month of anti-migrant violence, with six deaths reported during the transit process.