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After recent anti-immigrant tensions sparked fears, Nigerian and South African officials are working together to keep everyone safe. The situation remains calm in major cities as both governments take swift action.
More than 150 people gathered in Johannesburg to stand up for immigrant rights and challenge narratives that blame newcomers for South Africa's problems. The peaceful march celebrated unity during Freedom Month and called for systemic solutions instead of scapegoating.
Major Ghanaian companies are partnering with government to provide jobs, training, and startup capital for 700 citizens who fled xenophobic violence in South Africa. It's corporate compassion meeting national crisis with real solutions.
Mar Manasseh Riek joined a street gang at 13 searching for belonging, but chose education and his future instead. Now he's sharing his story to help others understand the struggles young immigrants face.
At the UN's International Migration Review Forum, Bangladesh's minister championed the dignity of millions of migrant workers worldwide. His message was clear: workers deserve rights, not just paychecks.
Australian street artist Peter Drew has spent a decade plastering 5,000 handmade posters across the country, celebrating overlooked faces in Australian history. His self-funded project challenges who gets to be called "Aussie" and sparks conversations about belonging in communities nationwide.
South Africa is tackling illegal immigration with a major hiring push and stronger borders while President Ramaphosa firmly rejects violence and reaffirms the nation's commitment to human rights. The country intercepted 450,000 illegal crossings last year and is now adding 10,000 workplace inspectors to protect workers.
New research reveals a simple way to strengthen democracy: help people fall in love with where they live. When residents feel emotionally connected to their community, they're six times more likely to participate in local politics and civic life.