Refugees in South Africa Fear New Attacks

Al Jazeera · world

Refugees in South Africa are living in fear of renewed attacks as a September 30 deadline approaches, set by the anti-immigration movement March and March. Bishop Raphael Bahebwa, a refugee from the DRC, is in hiding after speaking out for foreigners' rights. He notes that this year's anti-foreigner sentiment feels more intense than in previous years. Migrant communities are concerned about potential violence, regardless of their documentation status, as local government elections on November 4 draw nearer and migration becomes a key political issue.