The Centre for Analytics and Behavioural Change (CABC) has cautioned against the growing anti-immigration sentiments and the spread of disinformation as the country gears for the polls.
Vigilantism against migrants and anti-immigration activism in South Africa has often resulted in, or triggered, xenophobic attacks and xenophobic violence.
Operation Dudula – known as a xenophobic vigilante group that has led unlawful raids targeting foreigners – has registered as a political party to contest the 2024 elections and claims to represent citizens who have lost hope.