READ: Anti-illegal immigration protests could cost South Africa billions, says migration expert
Anti-illegal immigration protests could cost South Africa billions, says migration expert.
Professor Loren Landau (African Centre for Migration & Society, Wits University) warns that the damage extends far beyond vandalism and public disorder.
“Next time South Africa wants to host an international event or attract businesses, they’re going to look at options and say; should we go with a Canadian, Australian, or Chinese investor, or do we make the deal with South Africa?”
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