South Africa: anti-immigration groups maintain pressure on Pretoria

Author: AfricaNewsPublished on: June 9, 2026Country: South Africa
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South Africa: anti-immigration groups maintain pressure on Pretoria

Dozens of protesters opposed to illegal immigration marched in several South African cities, including Johannesburg, the day after President Cyril Ramaphosa's address. He promised to step up the fight against groups accused of fueling xenophobic violence. The organizers maintain their ultimatum set for June 30. A leader expressed reservations, saying the speech lacked frankness and clarity.

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