Refugees and asylum seekers living outside the Home Affairs reception centre on Moore Road in Durban fear a fresh confrontation ahead of a planned March and March demonstration scheduled for Thursday, September 10. According to IOL, KwaZulu-Natal Premier Thami Ntuli said authorities are seeking a lawful solution to the situation. The group has been camped outside the centre, and concerns are growing that the demonstration could lead to tensions or clashes in the area.

Kenyan politician Mungatana has condemned reported attacks targeting Burundians in Kenya, particularly in Nakuru, and called for action against those organising them. According to Capital FM, Mungatana said reports of harassment, intimidation and hostility against Burundians run contrary to Kenya's Pan-African values and its commitment to regional integration. He urged authorities to take action against the organisers of the alleged anti-Burundi campaign.

In early May 2026, anti-immigrant protests occurred in major South African cities, raising concerns about rising xenophobia in post-apartheid South Africa. President Cyril Ramaphosa urged citizens to show solidarity with their African neighbors, while foreign governments expressed their discontent. Police were deployed to manage the situation and prevent violence during the demonstrations, which featured participants in traditional Zulu attire, as seen in Johannesburg on April 29, 2026.

On June 24, 2026, The Citizen reported on several significant stories, including Mkhwanazi being questioned regarding allegations against him, the announcement of an anti-immigration march planned by 27 groups, and the Gauteng Department of Education's delay in releasing school reports.

On July 4, 2026, key news stories included South Africa's unsuccessful bid to ban rhino horn exports, a deadly fire in Durban resulting in one fatality, and a legal review prompted by former President Zuma's meeting with the Gupta family. These events highlight ongoing environmental, safety, and political issues in the country.

Residents of Dunoon, an informal settlement in Cape Town, continue to live amid raw sewage, inadequate sanitation and longstanding service delivery failures, according to an IOL report. The article describes a community that feels neglected by authorities despite repeated promises of improvement. With local elections approaching, the report questions whether Dunoon's residents will keep enduring these conditions or use the polls to demand accountability and reclaim their dignity in the city.