South Africa: Failing asylum system is exacerbating xenophobia: Contrary to South Africa's current refugee law, asylum seekers held in these centres will not have the automatic right to work, conduct business and study while their status is being ... closure of ... Source: "Port Elizabeth" business - BingNews. Nelson Mandela Bay: Water billboards outdated: WATER billboards erected in areas across Port Elizabeth in August last year, have been left unattended and outdated ... The billboards … [Read more...] about South Africa: Failing asylum system is exacerbating xenophobia – Port Elizabeth Business News
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South Africa: Failing asylum system is exacerbating xenophobia – Port Elizabeth in the News
South Africa: Failing asylum system is exacerbating xenophobia: The current system is cheaper compared to the cost of the proposed camps. Further to the immense backlog of appeals and reviews, closure of three of the urban RROs, in Johannesburg, Port Elizabeth (PE ... Source: "Port Elizabeth" - BingNews. Nelson Mandela Bay: Water billboards outdated: WATER billboards erected in areas across Port Elizabeth in August last year, have been left unattended and outdated since at least May this … [Read more...] about South Africa: Failing asylum system is exacerbating xenophobia – Port Elizabeth in the News
Grahamstown News: Xenophobia in Grahamstown: A historical view
Xenophobia in Grahamstown: A historical view: Xenophobia in South Africa has a history. It does not spring spontaneously from poverty but targets it and captures it. In Grahamstown, this history is as old as the town itself. By PADDY O’ HALLORAN. ... Source: "Grahamstown" - BingNews. 1 Bedroom Apartment / Flat for Sale in Grahamstown Central: 1 Bedroom, ground floor flat in a beautiful, secure complex within walking distance to Rhodes. The complex has direct access to Peppergove Mall, 24 … [Read more...] about Grahamstown News: Xenophobia in Grahamstown: A historical view
Grahamstown News: Xenophobia in Grahamstown: A historical view
Xenophobia in Grahamstown: A historical view: Xenophobia in South Africa has a history. It does not spring spontaneously from poverty but targets it and captures it. In Grahamstown, this history is as old as the town itself. By PADDY O’ HALLORAN. ... Source: "Grahamstown" - BingNews. 1 Bedroom Apartment / Flat for Sale in Grahamstown Central: 1 Bedroom, ground floor flat in a beautiful, secure complex within walking distance to Rhodes. The complex has direct access to Peppergove Mall, 24 … [Read more...] about Grahamstown News: Xenophobia in Grahamstown: A historical view
Mthatha news: Mugabe/ANC Argument Could Spark Xenophobia
Mugabe/ANC Argument Could Spark Xenophobia: The tiff has however left some Zimbabweans living in South Africa worried. Clayton Simba, a teacher who works in Mthatha thinks the tension between the long time allies might lead to xenophobic attacks. The worst thing is Grace Mugabe attacked a South ... Source: "Mthatha" - BingNews. Cop gives 'priests' gun for blessings: A detective from Mthatha in the Eastern Cape spent the weekend behind bars after he was arrested for allegedly giving his … [Read more...] about Mthatha news: Mugabe/ANC Argument Could Spark Xenophobia
Attacks on foreign-owned businesses in Grahamstown
Police have arrested over 80 suspects following the looting of several foreign owned businesses in Grahamstown and Joza. It is feared that the looting was a result of xenophobic sentiments. Police spokesperson Captain Mali Govender said 11 youths were also amongst those arrested. "The suspects face charges of public violence. Sporadic incidents are still being reported and police are closely monitoring the situation and maintaining high visibility." Grahamstown Cluster Commander … [Read more...] about Attacks on foreign-owned businesses in Grahamstown
Matter of public importance – xenophobia
Dear MyPE During a sitting on Wednesday 13 May the Eastern Cape Provincial Legislature held a debate on xenophobia. My speech was interrupted throughout by members of the ANC who were trying to contextualise statements and actions that led to xenophobic bloodshed. I was appalled by this response as I had expected to hear a united clarion call of NO TO XENOPHOBIA AND NOT IN OUR NAME. The ANC's behaviour in this debate was deplorable. Speech notes: Greek "Xenos" - foreign "Fobos" - … [Read more...] about Matter of public importance – xenophobia
Say #NoToXenophobia
Dear MyPE The Democratic Alliance (DA) leadership attended a city leadership meeting convened on Sunday, 19 April 2015, due to the recent outbreak of xenophobic attacks where we recommended that Disaster Management be placed on high alert and ensure that they have a concrete plan to assist with any eventuality that may arise from any possible related incidents. In addition, we have called for the establishment of a city help desk to assist any foreign residents in distress. The Nelson … [Read more...] about Say #NoToXenophobia
Lets rather unify in protest against load shedding
The number of words and sentiments expressed by South African citizens around the statues being toppled, painted, derided, kicked and sworn at has been immense in comparison to the present failure to provide a constitutionally guaranteed need by a parastatal - Eskom. The present load shedding crisis has the potential to bind South Africans together in a manner last seen for a few years post the 1994 elections and, more recently, during the 2010 World Cup. Our focus on Government … [Read more...] about Lets rather unify in protest against load shedding
Xenophobic attacks in Port Elizabeth condemned
The IFP has condemned the xenophobic attacks that are currently occuring in Port Elizabeth, Eastern Cape. IFP spokesperson on Police, Mr Velaphi Ndlovu, MP said, "We urge the residents of affected areas in Port Elizabeth not to take the law into their own hands. They should allow the police and the National Prosecuting Authority to deal with this matter. The police are performing their tasks admirably and have already arrested a Somali national accused of killing a 22 year-old man; now residents … [Read more...] about Xenophobic attacks in Port Elizabeth condemned
Somali shop looting through the eyes of a Tweeter
A small portion of selfish Port Elizabeth residents have once again managed to show the world that xenophobia is alive and well and sowing it's insidious evil right here in the city that was at the heart of the struggle and victory against apartheid. I am truly ashamed of our fellow citizens and pray for them to come to their senses. See what has been said on Twitter … [Read more...] about Somali shop looting through the eyes of a Tweeter
Metro’s Chief Whip Appeals for Non-racialism and Unity Amongst Youth
The Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality’s new appointed Chief Whip, Cllr Feziwe Sibeko (ANC) delivered a heartfelt appeal to youth of all races to strive for non-racialism and unity at a full sitting of council yesterday 14 June. "As we commemorate June 16, the country has witnessed the ugly face of racism, sexism, xenophobia and male chauvinism. This forces young people to wage a battle in solving the colour line, moving beyond merely identifying racism as a persisting challenge to unite in … [Read more...] about Metro’s Chief Whip Appeals for Non-racialism and Unity Amongst Youth
Attacks on Somalians in Wesley, Motherwell
This morning my Domestic Worker, Edith Makinana, reported that there were numerous attacks and looting on the Somalis shops in Wesley Estate (the local name for Wells Estate, Motherwell), yesterday. The Somalis are peaceful people who try and eke out a living with their little stores in the Townships. Unfortunately though, it is perceived by local shop keepers that the Somalis are a threat, as they often offer better pricing than the locals and assist members of the public when customers are … [Read more...] about Attacks on Somalians in Wesley, Motherwell
