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Last update: 8 hours agoAnti-Migrant Crackdown: South Africa marked Africa Day with renewed pressure over xenophobia, as ministers held urgent talks on escalating protests against undocumented foreign nationals and warned citizens not to take the law into their own hands, promising stronger inspections and action “within the law” after a June 30 ultimatum sparked fears of violence. Diplomacy Under Strain: Foreign Affairs Minister Ronald Lamola said he’s engaging Ghana, Nigeria and Malawi to address safety concerns for their citizens, while the SAHRC held a tense migration imbizo urging a coordinated response. Phala Phala Politics: Parliament named MPs for the impeachment committee, keeping the Ramaphosa saga front and centre. Integrity Shock in Sport: Jockey S’manga Khumalo was found guilty in a race-fixing and corruption scandal. Ebola Funding Push: South Africa pledged $5m for the DR Congo Ebola response as officials warn the outbreak could spread further. Local Culture/Media: SABC discontinued “Pimville” and replaced it with “Amalanga Awafani” repeats amid a payment dispute.
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