Cyril Ramaphosa stories

Jun 15, 2026

Anti-migrant violence forces mass deportations and business exodus in South Africa

Violent xenophobic attacks against African migrants in South Africa have escalated into mass deportations and diplomatic tensions, with thousands of foreign nationals fleeing or being processed for removal. The crisis has triggered clashes with police and prompted retaliatory pressure on South African businesses operating across the continent.

Jun 15, 2026·5 sources

May 13, 2026

South African Parliament to Establish Impeachment Committee for President Ramaphosa Over 'Farmgate' Cash Scandal

South Africa's parliament will set up an impeachment committee to investigate President Cyril Ramaphosa over allegations involving bundles of foreign currency stolen from a sofa at his ranch. Ramaphosa has refused to resign and says he will legally challenge the report that paved the way for impeachment proceedings.

May 13, 2026·4 sources

Top claims

▪South African authorities are processing thousands of migrants for deportation in Durban, with at least 1,876 identified as undocumented.
▪In 2008, xenophobic riots killed 62 people, including 21 South Africans, and displaced thousands from their homes.
▪At least five Mozambican nationals were killed in xenophobic attacks in Western Cape province in May 2026.

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Human rights Africa Economic stability Refugees & displacement EU rule of law & judicial independence

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