#Ethiopian refugee Helana Wolde locked his home and watched on television as thousands of angry demonstrators marched through South Africa this week calling for foreigners like him to leave.

South #African police arrested more than 900 people during nationwide anti-migrant protests on Tuesday that were mostly peaceful but at times turned violent, with shops looted, police said on Wednesday.

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#Uganda's military chief, who is also the president's son, said on Sunday he had ordered the closure of two leading media outlets, declaring that he did "not believe in a free press".

President #CyrilRamaphosa hosted His Majesty King Misuzulu Zulu at the Official Presidential Residence, Mahlamba Ndlopfu in Pretoria, for discussions on government's approach to managing migration.

The engagement forms part of government's ongoing consultations with key stakeholders and social partners to strengthen a coordinated and lawful response to migration.

During the meeting, the President reaffirmed the state's responsibility to enforce immigration laws and emphasised that no individual may stop another person to demand documentation or proof of nationality. He also called on His Majesty to encourage peaceful demonstrations among those raising concerns about illegal immigration.

#France said on Saturday it was considering taking reciprocal measures after Burkina Faso broke off diplomatic relations.

Panama coach Thomas Christiansen lamented a new World Cup rule that has left his team mathematically eliminated before their final Group L game, with a Saturday clash against England offering only a chance to claw back some pride.

Protesters have told all undocumented foreigners to leave South Africa by Tuesday, ahead of anti-immigrant rallies that many fear will turn violent.

#Nigeria: Recurring terrorist attacks on schools highlight failures in the Safe Schools Initiative, raising concerns over student safety and government preparedness.