LIVE: Xenophobia Attacks in South Africa 30 June 2026
Government condemns all forms of intimidation, harassment, and violence directed at any person, regardless of nationality or immigration status. Law enforcement agencies, including the SAPS, remain on high alert to prevent unlawful activity and ensure that public order is maintained
“South Africans have raised deep concerns about illegal immigration, border management, pressure on public services, criminal syndicates that exploit our immigration system and the impact these challenges have on communities. These concerns are real and they deserve to be heard.
The right to protest is enshrined in our Constitution. It is a credit to our robust democratic order that people are able to express their grievances openly. But the right to protest and freedom of expression does not allow people to threaten or intimidate others, or to engage in acts of vandalism or violence.
South Africa is a constitutional republic governed by the rule of law. The exercise of rights by any citizen in a constitutional democracy cannot be determined by intimidation, threats or ultimatums. It must be determined through democratic institutions, evidence and the rule of law.
What we should seek as citizens and as a society is to work together to address the legitimate concerns that many South Africans have raised. Government has a responsibility not only to listen to these concerns but to respond with effective action. Citizens have a responsibility to pursue change peacefully and within the framework of our Constitution. ” – President Ramaphosa – Full Article here: https://www.gov.za/blog/protest-both-right-and-responsibility?fbclid=IwY2xjawSwK05leHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFpQzNidnIxZnpSMFFZOWFlc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHtuY6ioRo0_Xc1IjAawpNSHAAKp3n0vFCTaz_FEhTPrexGug9lMyL2QPNNI3_aem_4ECXpdjfELvntYYhkUAVWA
“Citizens participating in protests are urged to remain calm, exercise restraint and protest within the confines of the law. No individual or group should take the law into their own hands. Matters relating to law enforcement and immigration must be left to the relevant authorities.” – Arrive Alive
[JOINT AIR SUPPORT LAUNCH FOR THE ANTI-ILLEGAL IMMIGRANTS OPERATIONAL READINESS ON 30 JUNE 2026]
“I would like to extend my sincere appreciation to every organisation represented here today. Your willingness to contribute resources, expertise and technology illustrates that safety and security are a shared responsibility,” said Lt Gen Mthombeni during his address.
About eight helicopters are taking off from Arthur Block, Mayfair to fly over and monitor strategic road interchanges where there are static deployments of law enforcement agencies vehicles. -South Africa Police Service Facebook Page
