Today in News History

On July 13, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 1849, The Charleston Workhouse Slave Rebellion began in Charleston, South Carolina, United States. In 1863, American Civil War: The New York City draft riots begin three days of rioting which will later be regarded as the worst in United States history. In 1936, Kojo Tovalou Houénou, Beninese lawyer and politician (born 1887) passed away. In 1941, World War II: Montenegrins begin the Trinaestojulski ustanak (Thirteenth of July Uprising), a popular revolt against the Axis powers. In 1977, Somalia declares war on Ethiopia, starting the Ogaden War. In 1980, Seretse Khama, Botswana lawyer and politician, 1st President of Botswana (born 1921) passed away. In 1982, Dominic Isaacs, South African footballer was born. In 2011, United Nations Security Council Resolution 1999 is adopted, which admits South Sudan to member status of United Nations. In 2014, Nadine Gordimer, South African novelist, short story writer, and activist, Nobel Prize laureate (born 1923) passed away. In 2020, Zindzi Mandela, South African politician, diplomat, and third daughter of Nelson Mandela (born 1960) passed away. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.

Anti-immigration protests in South Africa

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Anti-immigration protesters marched through the KwaZulu-Natal town of Umzimkhulu, calling for foreign nationals to leave South Africa. The demonstration is the latest in a series of anti-immigration protests in the country, where some residents accuse migrants of contributing to crime, unemployment and pressure on public services. #southafrica #immigration #protest #migrants #KwaZuluNatal 👉 Subscribe: https://reut.rs/4b8fRGn Keep up with the latest news from around the world: https://www.reuters.com/ Follow Reuters on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Reuters Follow Reuters on X: https://twitter.com/Reuters Follow Reuters on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/reuters/?hl=en

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TRT World

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· Jul 10, 2026

South Africans rally to protect migrants amid xenophobic protests

Following a wave of anti-migrant protests in South Africa, documented migrants are also becoming targets. TRT World's Thuso Khumalo reports from Johannesburg, where community groups and concerned citizens are working to protect vulnerable foreign nationals, oppose xenophobia and Afrophobia, and ensure immigration laws are enforced without violence.

Independent Online

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· Jul 4, 2026

Open Letter To Jacinta Ngobese-Zuma, Leader Of The Anti-Immigrant March And March Movement In South Africa

Open Letter To Jacinta Ngobese-Zuma, Leader Of The Anti-Immigrant March And March Movement In South Africa

South Africa Today

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· Jul 2, 2026

South Africa Protests: Citizens Demand Action on Porous Borders and Undocumented Immigration

NORTH WEST, South Africa — South Africa is currently grappling with a severe undocumented immigration crisis, prompting hundreds of thousands of citizens to take to the streets in nationwide protests. The demonstrations have brought intense scrutiny to the country’s porous land borders, with residents and officials demanding immediate government action to secure ports of entry []

Al Arabiya English

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· Jun 30, 2026

Large Crowds Join South Africa Anti- Immigration March

A large crowd of South Africans gather in an anti-immigration march in the port city of Durban, as part of a larger nation-wide planned protest action.

AllAfrica

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· Jun 29, 2026

South Africa: Blaming Migrants Ignores the Real Causes of South Africa's Economic Crisis

[The Conversation Africa] South Africa is in the midst of its most significant anti-immigrant mobilisation in years.

Euronews

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· Jun 30, 2026

South African protesters call for undocumented migrants to leave

Anti-immigrant protesters march in Durban as the March and March movement calls for government action on undocumented migration amid a police presence.

Reuters

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· Jun 30, 2026

LIVE: South Africa migrant deadline sparks protests in Durban

Anti-migrant groups march against immigration after demonstrators set a June 30 deadline for undocumented foreigners to leave South Africa. #southafrica #immigrants #migrantworkers #foreigners #durban #deadline #protest #live #Reuters #News Keep up with the latest news from around the world: https://www.reuters.com/

Ghanaian Times

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· Jul 2, 2026

Thousands of anti-migrant protesters march in South Africa amid heavy police presence

Thousands of people have marched in South Africa’s main cities to demand that all undocumented migrants leave the country. Police officers, backed by private security guards, have been deployed because of fears that protests could turn violent. Anti-migrant groups had set Tuesday as the deadline for undocumented migrants to leave. Many foreigners have already fled The post Thousands of anti-migrant protesters march in South Africa amid heavy police presence appeared first on Ghanaian Times.

Hungarian Conservative

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· Jul 10, 2026

Anti-Immigration Protesters Raid Homes, Force Migrants Out in South Africa

Anti-immigration protesters in South Africa launched door-to-door raids in Johannesburg’s Alexandra township, forcing suspected undocumented migrants from their homes and handing them over to police. The unrest reflects decades of mounting frustration over unemployment, crime, and failing public services linked to large-scale immigration and the absence of a strong state. The post Anti-Immigration Protesters Raid Homes, Force Migrants Out in South Africa appeared first on Hungarian Conservative.

Al Jazeera

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· Jun 30, 2026

Anti-migrant rally in South Africa demands undocumented foreigners leave

Anti-migrant rally in South Africa demands undocumented foreigners leave.

Arise News

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· Jun 30, 2026

Anti-Illegal Immigration Protesters Gather In Pretoria As Demonstrations Get Underway

Demonstrators gather in Pretoria as anti-illegal immigration protest mounts pressure on government over undocumented migrants and border enforcement.

Sky News Australia

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· Jun 30, 2026

Anti-migrant demonstrations erupt across South Africa

Anti-migrant protesters are marching through South Africa's main cities, demanding that undocumented migrants leave the country. The groups set today as a deadline for all illegal migrants to leave, with at least 25 thousand foreigners having left the country to avoid violence. Police have arrested at least 15 people for alleged looting.

GroundUp News

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· Jun 30, 2026

In photos: Thousands march against illegal immigration across South Africa

Large crowds in Gauteng and KZN, with reports of looting and violence

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· Jun 29, 2026

Anti-immigration sentiment in South Africa reaches a fever pitch

Anti-immigration sentiment in South Africa reaches a fever pitch

Daily Sabah

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· Jul 10, 2026

Door-to-door xenophobic raids deepen tensions across South Africa

Anti-immigration protests escalated across South Africa on Thursday as demonstrators went door to door in several communities, forcibly removing suspected undocumented migrants fro...

Le Monde

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· Jul 1, 2026

'Foreigners out!': South Africa's xenophobic movements flex muscles in protests

On Tuesday, June 30, anti-immigrant protests took place in major South African cities targeting undocumented foreigners. While thousands have already fled the country under pressure from xenophobic groups, fears of violence loomed large, but the day passed mostly peacefully.

Utusan Malaysia

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· Jul 1, 2026

Ribuan berarak tuntut imigran haram pulang

CAPE TOWN: Ribuan orang berarak pada Selasa di beberapa bandar di Afrika Selatan bagi menuntut supaya warga asing tanpa dokumen meninggalkan negara itu. Ia berlaku selepas kempen yang berlangsung selama beberapa minggu menyebabkan ribuan pendatang melarikan diri dan mengorbankan empat nyawa. Protes di seluruh negara itu mengakhiri siri demonstrasi yang dianjurkan oleh gabungan longgar beberapa ... Read more The post Ribuan berarak tuntut imigran haram pulang appeared first on Utusan Malaysia.

The Guardian

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· Jun 30, 2026

‘They will attack me if I stay’: immigrants in South Africa flee for safety amid violence and anti-foreigner protests

More than 2,000 anti-foreigner protesters march through Durban city centre as the arbitrary deadline passes for undocumented migrants to leave the countrySouth Africa was holding its breath on Tuesday as mass anti-immigration protests were held across the country. They come after a weeks-long campaign against foreigners that has seen at least four killed and tens of thousands fleeing for safety.In the coastal city of Durban, where violence had been expected, the streets were unusually quiet and shops were shuttered as tension hung thick in the air. Continue reading...

Al Jazeera English

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· Jun 30, 2026

Anti-migrant rally in South Africa demands undocumented foreigners leave | AJ #shorts

Anti-migrant groups have taken to the streets in Johannesburg as the unofficial June 30 deadline for foreigners to leave South Africa closes in. Demonstrators are demanding all undocumented migrants leave the country, blaming them for high crime rates and worsening unemployment. Subscribe to our channel: http://bit.ly/AJSubscribe Follow us on X : https://twitter.com/AJEnglish Find us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/aljazeera Check our website: http://www.aljazeera.com/ Check out our Instagram page: https://www.instagram.com/aljazeeraenglish/ Download AJE Mobile App: https://aje.news/AJEMobile

Associated Press

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· Jul 9, 2026

LIVE: Anti-immigration protesters march in South Africa

Live from Johannesburg and Boksburg in South Africa as demonstrators rally against illegal immigration. Many immigrants from Malawi, Zimbabwe, Mozambique, and other African nations have fled the country after an unofficial June 30 deadline set by protesters for foreigners to leave. #southafrica #live #protest

The West Australian

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· Jun 30, 2026

S.African cities close as anti-migrant protests gather

Protesters have clashed with police during anti-immigration rallies across South Africa that called on undocumented foreigners to leave the country.

MyJoyOnline

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· Jul 1, 2026

South Africa’s anti-migrant protesters march nationwide, after thousands flee violence

Anti-immigrant protesters draped in flags and wielding wooden weapons marched ​across cities in South Africa on Tuesday to mark a deadline they had set for undocumented migrants to leave, with some marches hit by violence ‌and looting.

Modern Diplomacy

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· Jun 30, 2026

South Africa braces for anti migrant protests as cities shut down

Businesses closed, public transport services were disrupted and thousands of people stayed indoors across South Africa as authorities prepared for nationwide anti migrant protests amid fears of widespread violence. Many foreign nationals, including documented migrants, avoided public spaces or fled affected areas after demonstrators issued a deadline demanding that undocumented migrants leave the country. The [] The post South Africa braces for anti migrant protests as cities shut down appeared first on Modern Diplomacy.

Left Voice

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· Jul 10, 2026

Xenophobic Protests in South Africa: The Legacy of Apartheid Meets Neoliberal Crisis

Anti-immigration marches erupted across South Africa on June 30, amid deepening unemployment and poverty. The post Xenophobic Protests in South Africa: The Legacy of Apartheid Meets Neoliberal Crisis appeared first on Left Voice.

Egyptian Gazette

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· Jul 1, 2026

Over 900 arrested during S. Africa protests

JOHANNESBURG (Reuters) – South African police arrested more than 900 people during nationwide anti-migrant protests on Tuesday that were ‌mostly peaceful but at times turned violent, with shops looted, police said on Wednesday. Of 120 marches, 108 were peaceful while 12 required police intervention, deputy national police commissioner Tebello Mosikili told a press conference, adding reasons for [] The post Over 900 arrested during S. Africa protests appeared first on Egyptian Gazette.

ABC News

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· Jun 30, 2026

South Africa deploys police for widespread illegal immigration protests

Thousands of demonstrators have gathered in parts of South Africa to rally against illegal immigration

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