Thousands Protest Against Illegal Immigration in South Africa
Thousands of demonstrators marched in Johannesburg and other South African cities, demanding the immediate deportation of undocumented migrants by a self-imposed June 30 deadline. Protesters, armed with traditional fighting sticks, clashed with police and set fires in areas like Yeoville, prompting fears of renewed xenophobic violence and driving migrants to cross into Zimbabwe.
Date: June 30, 2026
Location: Gauteng, South Africa
Category: protest
Severity: HIGH
Source: The Washington Post