Mozambique says five citizens killed in ‘xenophobic attacks’ in South Africa
The Mozambican government reported that five of its citizens were killed in xenophobic attacks in South Africa. Approximately 800 Mozambicans were affected by the violence in Mossel Bay, prompting some to return home. The situation remains tense as anti-immigrant sentiments rise ahead of local elections in South Africa.
- ▪Five Mozambican nationals were killed in xenophobic attacks in South Africa over the weekend.
- ▪About 800 Mozambicans were caught up in violence in Mossel Bay, leading to the repatriation of some individuals.
- ▪The Mozambican government is working on measures to support its nationals still in South Africa amid rising tensions.
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A protest against illegal immigration in Durban on 20 May. The rise in anti-immigrant tensions has been building for months. Photograph: Rajesh Jantilal/AFP/Getty ImagesView image in fullscreenA protest against illegal immigration in Durban on 20 May. The rise in anti-immigrant tensions has been building for months. Photograph: Rajesh Jantilal/AFP/Getty ImagesSouth AfricaMozambique says five citizens killed in ‘xenophobic attacks’ in South AfricaAbout 800 Mozambicans said to be caught up in violence in Mossel Bay as anti-immigration protests sweep countryAgence France-Presse in MaputoTue 2 Jun 2026 03.29 EDTSharePrefer the Guardian on GoogleFive Mozambique nationals were killed in “xenophobic attacks” in South Africa at the weekend, the Mozambican government said – the first deaths…
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