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South Africa anti-immigrant protests turn violent in Soweto, Durban

Protests in South Africa over an asylum ruling escalated into violence, with cars torched and foreign-run businesses forced to close in Soweto and Durban. The unrest reflects heightened anti-immigrant sentiment and could signal broader social instability. The specific trigger and extent of damage remain unclear.

Al Jazeeraabout 9 hours agoZAengCredibility 53%View source

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Mosaic Score5.6
Model confidence0.5
Significance0.5
Source credibility0.5

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JohannesburgSowetoDurban

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