The violence in Johannesburg appeared to target shops owned by foreigners. It follows a spate of similar riots in South Africa that galvanized resentment toward outsiders.
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One More Way to Die: Delivering Food in Cape Town’s Gig Economy
As food-delivery apps take off in South Africa, thousands of motorbike riders, many migrants desperate for work, have signed up. For some, it is their last job.
As Gang Murders Surge, South Africa Sends Army to Cape Town, and the City Cheers
Cape Town has become one of the world’s most dangerous cities, and the government has deployed troops to quell the violence. Many residents welcome the soldiers’ presence, but worry about what’s next.
2 South African Presidents Are Called to Account on Corruption
President Cyril Ramaphosa was accused on Friday of misleading Parliament about a campaign donation after his predecessor, Jacob Zuma, was called to testify in a corruption hearing.
Jacob Zuma Withdraws from South Africa Anticorruption Commission
Mr. Zuma, who left office under a cloud of suspicion, had been the subject of intense questioning about his conduct while president.
Jacob Zuma Says Corruption Allegations Were a Conspiracy to Oust Him
The former president of South Africa is accused of taking part in systematic looting of state resources by wealthy allies and African National Congress leaders.
Boycott by Whites of South African Restaurant Reflects Growing Sense of Grievance
Many Afrikaners are spurning a once-cherished restaurant chain to protest its banning of a white man. The boycott has drawn “an eye roll” among many black South Africans.
A Win for Gay Rights in Botswana Is a ‘Step Against the Current’ in Africa
Thirty-two of Africa’s 54 nations have laws that criminalize consensual same-sex conduct, according to activists. Change has come, but it is spotty and slow.
South African Wine Farmer in Land Dispute Is Shot Dead
It was too soon to say whether the killing of Stefan Smit, a prominent white farmer, was a random criminal act or was related to bitter arguments about land ownership.
South Africa’s Deputy President, Accused of Corruption, Faces Uncertain Future
David Mabuza postponed his swearing-in to the National Assembly to address allegations of graft, leaving it unclear whether he could continue in his post.