South African leader warns anti-migrant protesters ahead of unofficial deadline
President Cyril Ramaphosa warned people intending to protest against migrants to do so without "intimidation, threats or ultimatums" on the eve of an unofficial deadline for undocumented foreigners to leave South Africa. He has repeatedly warned demonstrators to act peacefully and responsibly in recent months, while also accepting the need for immigration reforms. Ramaphosa reminded citizens in his weekly newsletter that "Some foreign nationals who live in South Africa are here lawfully." He also stated, "The right to protest and freedom of expression does not allow people to threaten or intimidate others, or to engage in acts of vandalism or violence."
Several thousand citizens of other African countries have already left South Africa in recent weeks, fearing violence. One undocumented Malawian told the BBC he was "happy to be going back" but "heartbroken" to be leaving behind four young children. There are more than three million documented foreign nationals in South Africa, according to official figures. Ahead of the deadline, thousands of migrants have been awaiting processing in temporary camps for several weeks out of fear for their safety. In Durban, white tents housing mostly Malawians are being dismantled as authorities clear the transit camp. Nelson Mbewe went to South Africa in search of employment to support his family in Malawi.
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South African President Cyril Ramaphosa has issued a stern warning to anti-migrant protesters as an unofficial deadline for undocumented foreigners
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