Dear Friends

In Defence of Human Dignity, Justice, and Fraternity

As the 30 June 2026 deadline for all undocumented foreigners to leave South Africa approaches, we appeal for calm and urge all those involved in antimigration protests to refrain from violence against foreign nationals and to respect and uphold the rule of law. We also call on the public to refrain from spreading misinformation, inflammatory rhetoric, and unverified videos that may further fuel fear, panic, and social tension. We recognise that the underlying concerns which have prompted these protests—such as unemployment, crime, and pressures surrounding informal trading—are real and should not be dismissed. The economic hardships faced by many in our country are indeed serious and deserve a responsible and comprehensive response. However, lasting solutions will never be found in violence, scapegoating, or threats against foreign nationals.
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