Ramaphosa Vows to Crack Down on Xenophobic ‘Opportunists’ After Deadly Attacks

South African President Cyril Ramaphosa has condemned violent attacks on African migrants as “criminal acts” by “opportunists” exploiting genuine grievances under a false guise of community activism. At least two Nigerians and two Ghanaians have reportedly been killed in recent xenophobic violence, and many migrants’ homes and businesses were destroyed. Ramaphosa pledged that his government will identify and prosecute those responsible. He warned that unauthorized groups acting as makeshift law enforcers—stopping people, checking IDs and searching private property—will face legal action. Lawlessness, he said, will not be tolerated regardless of who is involved. Some forum members have urged faster arrests of alleged leaders behind the unrest, arguing that strong action is needed to restore safety and protect African nationals living in South Africa.

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