‘It’s organised intimidation’: New wave of anti-migrant violence sweeps South Africa
11 May 2026, 12:26 GMT
By The FRANCE 24 Observers
Topic: Africa
Source URL: https://www.france24.com/en/africa/20260511-organised-intimidation-new-wave-anti-migrant-violence-south-africa
Videos posted online document the new wave of deadly anti-migrant violence that has been sweeping South Africa since late March 2026, killing at least seven people. Organised anti-migrant movements are inflaming tensions, which are exacerbated by widespread unemployment and persistent inequality.