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Scapegoating: xenophobia in South Africa

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Surge of Xenophobia in South Africa

This chapter explores the alarming increase in xenophobic violence in South Africa, particularly against migrants, within the context of historical precedents. It examines the socio-economic factors driving these tensions and the diplomatic repercussions as affected nations respond to the hostility faced by their citizens.

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