President Outlines New Approach to Migration

by NicholasS | Jun 10, 2026 | News, Video

Looking at the capacity of the state, can President Ramaphosa uphold the recent measures outlined around migration? Professor Jo Vearey (African Centre for Migration & Society) shares her perspective: “The way in which they will be achieved is lacking and...

South Africa’s immigration policy a sensitive and complex issue

by NicholasS | Jun 10, 2026 | News, Podcasts

South Africa’s immigration policy is back in focus following President Cyril Ramaphosa’s address to the nation, where he touched on governance, security, and the socio-economic pressures facing the country. Immigration remains a sensitive and complex...

OPINION | Oldest trick in the book: Ramaphosa uses migrants to dodge 32 years of failure

by | Jun 8, 2026 | News

Last night, President Ramaphosa devoted a prime-time national address to immigration and xenophobia. Last night, he once again misled. “Faced with the consequences of their own failures, governments point outward, toward a scapegoat, a vilified other. Nigel...

‘Violence is not activism’: NatJoints talks tough on anti-foreigner mobs after xenophobic unrest

by | Jun 5, 2026 | News

‘Violence is not activism’: NatJoints talks tough on anti-foreigner mobs after xenophobic unrest. South Africa’s top law enforcement structure has issued the strongest rebuke yet by authorities to those inciting xenophobic violence. But critics say...

Focus on Migration Dynamics, Societal Impact

by NicholasS | Jun 1, 2026 | News, Video

Over the years, numerous migrants have come to South Africa for a variety of reasons including economic opportunities, political instability, environmental changes, and personal goals. Yet recent weeks have seen renewed protests and anti-migrant sentiments from some...