Xenophobia in South Africa

An African immigrant holds a machete in Johannesburg, South Africa. Immigrants have complained about a lack of police protection and some have started to arm themselves.

Foreigners in South Africa arm themselves to fend off anti-immigrant riots

Conflict

With unemployment and resentment running high in South Africa, the country’s immigrant communities are feeling the brunt of the anger. Now they’re being forced to defend themselves against angry riots, and say the government’s response isn’t strong enough.

The World

Resentment of illegal immigrants fuels violence in Johannesburg

Conflict & Justice