Nigerians are among foreign nationals returning home after a self-imposed June 30 deadline issued by anti-immigration groups expired in South Africa, triggering fears of renewed xenophobic violence.
Thousands of migrants are scrambling to leave the country as tensions escalate, with many seeking refuge at embassies and consulates over concerns for their safety.
Governments across Africa have also accelerated efforts to evacuate their citizens amid growing uncertainty and fears that the anti-immigration protests could spark fresh attacks on foreign nationals.
Boluwatife Enome
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