Rising Anti-Immigrant Feelings and Security Measures in South Africa

南非反移民情緒高漲與安全措施

Jun 25, 2026, 11:06
AfricaSociety

Introduction

South Africa is currently seeing an increase in hostility toward immigrants, which has led to organized protests and targeted violence against foreign citizens.

南非目前對移民的敵視情緒增加，導致出現了有組織的抗議以及針對外籍公民的暴力行為。

Main Body

The current instability is mainly caused by the 'March and March' movement, led by Jacinta Ngobese-Zuma. This group has demanded that undocumented migrants leave the country by June 30. Furthermore, social media and some political groups have helped spread the idea that immigrants are responsible for economic problems, such as an unemployment rate over 30% and high crime. However, experts emphasize that these issues are actually the result of long-term economic failure and poor government management rather than migration.

目前的動盪主要是由 Jacinta Ngobese-Zuma 領導的「March and March」運動所引起。該團體要求無合法文件的移民在 6 月 30 日前離開該國。此外，社群媒體和部分政治團體協助散布一種觀念，認為移民是導致經濟問題（如失業率超過 30% 和高犯罪率）的原因。然而，專家強調這些問題實際上是長期經濟失敗和政府管理不善的結果，而非移民所致。

This violence follows a pattern seen in the past, most notably during the 2008 riots that killed 62 people and displaced about 100,000 others. Recently, several Malawian and Mozambican nationals have been killed, journalists have been attacked, and migrants have been forced out of their homes. The situation is even more dangerous because some vigilantes are using illegal weapons, which increases the risk that peaceful protests will turn into deadly fights.

這次暴力事件延續了過去的模式，最顯著的是 2008 年的暴動，當時造成 62 人死亡，約 10 萬人流離失所。最近，數名馬拉威和莫三比克國民被殺，記者遭到襲擊，移民被強行驅逐出家門。情況更加危險的是，部分民間自警隊使用非法武器，增加了和平抗議演變為致命衝突的風險。

Different authorities have responded in various ways. President Cyril Ramaphosa has condemned the violence, but he also promised to improve border security and stop undocumented work to satisfy local frustrations. Consequently, the South African Police Service (SAPS) and the National Defence Force (SANDF) have taken action. They have spent 600 million Rand on resources and partnered with a private security firm, Fidelity, for aerial surveillance. Meanwhile, the 2.4 to 3 million migrants in the country report feeling constant fear and believe the government is not protecting them enough.

不同權限的機關採取了不同的應對方式。總統 Cyril Ramaphosa 譴責了暴力行為，但他也承諾將改善邊境安全並阻止非法工作，以緩解當地人的挫折感。因此，南非警察局 (SAPS) 和國家國防軍 (SANDF) 已採取行動。他們投入了 6 億蘭特資源，並與私營安保公司 Fidelity 合作進行空中監控。與此同時，該國 240 萬至 300 萬名移民表示感到持續恐懼，並認為政府對他們的保護不足。

Conclusion

South Africa remains in a state of high tension as security forces try to prevent widespread violence before the June 30 deadline.

由於安全部隊試圖在 6 月 30 日期限前防止大規模暴力發生，南非目前仍處於高度緊張狀態。

Vocabulary Learning

⚡ The 'Cause-and-Effect' Logic Jump

To move from A2 to B2, you must stop using only 'because' and start using Connectors of Result and Contrast. These words act as bridges that make your speech sound academic and professional rather than basic.

🔍 The Analysis

Look at how the article links ideas. It doesn't just say "This happened because of that." It uses sophisticated tools:

  1. The Result Bridge: "Consequently..."

    • A2 way: "The government is worried, so the police took action."
    • B2 way: "President Ramaphosa promised security; consequently, the SAPS have taken action."
    • Pro Tip: Use Consequently or Therefore at the start of a sentence to show a logical result.

  2. The Contrast Bridge: "However..."

    • A2 way: "People think migrants cause crime, but experts say it is government failure."
    • B2 way: "Some groups blame immigrants. However, experts emphasize that these issues result from long-term economic failure."
    • Pro Tip: However is the 'gold standard' for B2 students to pivot an argument.

  3. The Addition Bridge: "Furthermore..."

    • A2 way: "Also, social media spreads these ideas."
    • B2 way: "Furthermore, social media has helped spread the idea..."

🛠️ Implementation Table

A2 WordB2 UpgradeEffect on Listener
So→\rightarrow ConsequentlySounds like an analyst
But→\rightarrow HoweverSounds like a debater
Also→\rightarrow FurthermoreSounds like an author

💡 Quick Application

Instead of saying: "I studied hard, so I passed. But the test was hard. Also, I was tired."

Try this B2 flow: "I studied hard; consequently, I passed. However, the test was quite difficult. Furthermore, I was exhausted during the exam."

Vocabulary Learning

hostility (n.)
Unfriendly or aggressive behavior toward someone or something.
Example:The local residents showed great hostility toward the new development project.
instability (n.)
A state of being unstable; a lack of predictability or steadiness in a system or region.
Example:Political instability in the region has led to a decrease in foreign investment.
emphasize (v.)
To give special importance or prominence to something in speaking or writing.
Example:The teacher wanted to emphasize the importance of reviewing the notes before the exam.
displaced (adj.)
Forced to leave one's home, typically because of war, persecution, or natural disaster.
Example:Thousands of people were displaced by the flooding in the coastal areas.
vigilantes (n.)
People who take the law into their own hands and punish criminals without legal authority.
Example:The town feared that vigilantes would take violent action before the police arrived.
condemned (v.)
To express complete disapproval of; typically in public.
Example:The international community condemned the attack on the embassy.
surveillance (n.)
The careful observation of a person or area, especially by police or security forces.
Example:The airport has increased surveillance to ensure the safety of all passengers.
Practice B2 words in a crossword→