ZAThe Migrant Workers Association of Lesotho (MWA-Ls) has called for calm amid anti-foreigner protests in South Africa, warning that violence against migrant-owned businesses could lead to historical repetitions of conflict. The protests, which have occurred in Gauteng and KwaZulu-Natal under the slogan 'restoring law and order,' began with concerns over immigration rules but have escalated to include intimidation, mob violence, and looting. MWA-Ls condemns the targeting of individuals based on nationality and the criminal acts disguised as 'law enforcement.' The organization supports lawful enforcement but emphasizes that migrant workers and traders are increasingly targeted by public frustration. Jacinta Ngobese-Zuma, representing MWA-Ls, criticized the global portrayal of South Africa as xenophobic and called for SADC to address migration issues effectively. She argued that African leaders often prioritize self-promotion at international conferences rather than addressing regional challenges. MWA-Ls also referenced Lesotho's 1998 unrest, during which foreign-owned businesses were attacked, resulting in deaths, economic damage, and community division. The association urges South Af
Bias read (Center): The article presents a balanced account of the situation, highlighting both the concerns of the Migrant Workers Association of Lesotho and the broader context of anti-foreigner sentiment in South Africa. While the issue of xenophobia is clearly framed as a contentious political matter, the article's
