Ramaphosa Rejects Xenophobia Claims, Blames Economic Pressure for Attacks

South African President Cyril Ramaphosa has defended his nation amid recent anti-foreigner protests in Durban, Johannesburg and Pretoria. He insists South Africans are not naturally xenophobic but are reacting to severe economic hardships. Speaking on May 6 during a visit from Mozambique’s President Daniel Chapo, Ramaphosa said frustration over jobs and rising costs has driven tensions against foreign nationals. He urged migrants to secure valid documents, reminding that a new law bans employment of anyone without the proper work permits in South Africa.

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