African migrants are being repatriated from South Africa amid rising xenophobic violence and anti-migrant protests.
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African migrants are being repatriated from South Africa amid rising xenophobic violence and anti-migrant protests.

Anti-migrant group March & March has set a 30 June deadline for undocumented immigrants to leave South Africa, sparking fear and violence. Several African nations, including Malawi, Ghana, Zimbabwe, and Nigeria, have organized repatriation flights for their citizens. South African President Cyril Ramaphosa has announced measures to crack down on illegal migration while condemning xenophobia.

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The Guardian focuses on extreme fear among immigrants and the historical context of xenophobia, while the BBC emphasizes government repatriation efforts and President Ramaphosa's response.
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BBCBBCINTERNATIONAL2h ago

“Malawians repatriated from South Africa amid xenophobia concerns”

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“‘Extreme fear’ among immigrants as backlash sweeps South Africa”

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