The Mayor of Durban, Cyril Xaba, has reportedly ordered the transfer of Nigerians and other African nationals to a screening centre for verification of their legal status in South Africa amid rising concerns linked to xenophobic tensions.
According to reports, the exercise is aimed at verifying immigration documentation and residency status as authorities respond to growing public pressure and unrest surrounding foreign nationals in parts of the country.
The development comes amid renewed fears of xenophobic attacks targeting migrants and African immigrants, with concerns continuing to rise across several communities in South Africa.
Officials have stated that the screening process is intended to identify individuals residing legally within the country while addressing security and immigration-related concerns. However, the move has also sparked discussions among rights groups and observers over the treatment of migrants and the protection of human rights during enforcement operations.
Community leaders and diplomatic stakeholders have continued to call for calm, peaceful coexistence, and adherence to the rule of law amid ongoing tensions.
The situation has drawn attention from several African countries, many of which have expressed concern over the safety and welfare of their citizens residing in South Africa following repeated incidents of anti-foreigner hostility in recent years.
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