South Africa President react to Xenophobic attack on foreigners
We must stop Attacking foreigners- Ramaphosa South African President Cyril Ramaphosa has told officials and business leaders that he was committed to quelling attacks on foreigners that have threatened to cast a cloud over an economic forum aimed at boosting intra-African trade. Police have arrested dozens of people and confirmed several deaths after riots in Johannesburg and the executive capital, Pretoria, in recent days. It is unclear what ignited the latest round of violence, but analysts say contributing factors include high unemployment and frustration with limited economic opportunities. The wave of unrest has kindled memories of previous deadly attacks on foreigners and strained diplomatic relations with Africa's other economic powerhouse, Nigeria . South African businesses MTN and Shoprite closed shops in Nigeria on Wednesday after the...