Lessons from Africa on the costs of South Africa’s migration approaches
The article examines the risks of South Africa's current anti-immigrant sentiment, drawing parallels to historical expulsions in Ghana and Uganda. It argues that such policies often lead to economic deterioration and diplomatic instability.
Why it matters
It provides a critical perspective on how populist migration policies can negatively impact national economies and social cohesion.
By Vanya Gastrow Senior Researcher, Justice and Violence Prevention, ISS Pretoria
The article takes a clear stance against anti-immigrant policies, framing them as economically and socially harmful.
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