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The Digest:

The Nigerian Consulate in South Africa, in collaboration with NICASA, has offered free repatriation flights to Nigerians willing to return home permanently amid worsening xenophobic attacks. Two Nigerians have been killed in separate incidents linked to the anti-foreigner protests. Violent demonstrations have erupted in Pretoria, Johannesburg, Durban, East London, and KwaZulu-Natal, resulting in harassment, looting, property damage, and injuries. Nigerian business owners have been forced to shut down.

Key Points:
  • Attackers are targeting shops owned by Nigerians and Ghanaians specifically.
  • A Ghanaian trader was severely beaten and evacuated for medical treatment.
  • The Nigerian Consulate confirmed two Nigerian deaths linked to the attacks.
  • The foreign affairs minister is engaging with South African authorities.
  • Nigerians have been advised to avoid confrontation and stay indoors.
Free repatriation flights are now available for Nigerians wishing to leave South Africa permanently.

Sources: Punch Newspaper