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Anti-migrant protests are having a profound impact on the lives of foreign nationals in
South Africa. This edition explores the human impact, the legal protections available
to asylum seekers, and the debate over immigration and national identity.
As anti-migrant protests spread across South Africa, many foreign nationals are living
in fear, with some choosing to leave the country. This edition examines the impact on
migrant communities, the legal rights of asylum seekers, and why the protests have
sparked a wider debate about immigration, justice, and South Africa's democratic
values.