Nigeria halts official visits to South Africa over anti-immigrant violence

Nigeria has suspended official visits to South Africa due to escalating anti-immigrant violence targeting Africans. The decision reflects growing concerns over the safety of Nigerians, with reports indicating that at least 98 have been killed in violent incidents since 2022. The parliament's directive also includes a boycott of South African-hosted legislative activities, highlighting the diplomatic tensions between the two nations.

Nigeria halts official visits to South Africa over anti-immigrant violence
Published Sep 11, 2026
Mestios Reporter

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