South Africa's anti-migrant protesters march nationwide, after thousands flee violence

Thousands of South Africans marched nationwide on Tuesday demanding the departure of undocumented foreign nationals, capping weeks of citizen-led protests that have sent thousands fleeing and claimed four lives. The demonstrations drew heavy police presence and were organized around an unofficial June thirtieth deadline set by protest groups. According to France 24's coverage, the escalating campaign reflects intensifying anti-migrant sentiment in South Africa.

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