Presidency warns about immigration misinformation as tensions rise
South African President Cyril Ramaphosa has called for calm and adherence to the rule of law following rising tensions and misinformation regarding illegal immigration. The Presidency specifically refuted claims of xenophobic killings, attributing recent fatalities to organized crime instead.
Why it matters
The statement addresses critical social stability concerns in South Africa and the government's effort to manage international perceptions regarding xenophobia.
Ask AI 1 min President Cyril Ramaphosa has urged South Africans to uphold the Constitution, reject violence and avoid allowing concerns over illegal immigration to fuel xenophobia or social division.
The article reports on official government statements and international reactions without adopting a partisan stance.
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