Xenophobia: “Our artistes’ gigs are being cancelled across Africa” — South Africa’s Minister of Justice

Premiumtimesng | 16-06-2026 04:44am |

The South African Minister of Justice has addressed the ongoing issue of xenophobia, stating that the cancellation of gigs for South African artists across the African continent is a direct consequence of these sentiments. The minister emphasized the importance of clarifying that South Africans do not hold xenophobic views, aiming to mitigate the negative impact on cultural exchanges and collaborations. This statement comes amid rising concerns regarding the perception of South Africa in relation to its treatment of foreign nationals.

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