23/10/2026
STOP THE HATE, STOP AFROPHOBIA, STOP XENOPHOBIA: SOUTH AFRICA MUST CHOOSE PEACE OVER VIOLENCE
Written by Oscar Deno Emokpaire South Africa stands at a critical crossroads in its democratic journey. A country that once endured the painful realities of apartheid, racial segregation, forced removals and systematic discrimination should be among the strongest defenders of human dignity, freedom of movement and peaceful coexistence. Yet, it is deeply disturbing to witness recurring attacks on African immigrants, the destruction of property and infrastructure, and the growing hostility directed at people who have crossed national borders in search of safety, opportunity and a better future....
