From euronews · · 40s
South Africa Protests After Immigration Ruling
Anti-immigration protests in South Africa after constitutional court eased asylum rules.
In brief
Anti-immigration protests in South Africa after constitutional court eased asylum rules. South African police reported 24 vehicles burned and shops looted during anti-immigration protests following a Constitutional Court ruling that removed barriers for asylum applications. Originally reported by euronews.
Violence in Soweto
South Africa saw violent anti-immigration protests in Soweto and Durban on Thursday, 8 October, after a Constitutional Court ruling eased restrictions on asylum applications.
Vehicles and Shops Targeted
Police reported 10 vehicles set alight in Soweto near a Home Affairs office and 14 vehicles torched in Durban during clashes.
No Injuries Reported
Police warned no injuries occurred in Soweto and those responsible for violence would face prosecution.
The big picture
South African police reported 24 vehicles burned and shops looted during anti-immigration protests following a Constitutional Court ruling that removed barriers for asylum applications.
