Somali migrants in South Africa are choosing to remain in the country despite increasing anti-immigrant sentiment and associated risks. They have shared their reasons for staying, highlighting the challenges and upheaval they face in the current environment, according to IOL.

South Africa and Saudi Arabia have strengthened tourism cooperation aimed at making pilgrimages easier for South African Muslims, according to The Citizen. The initiative focuses on easing travel arrangements for the pilgrimage, which for many South African Muslims is a once-in-a-lifetime journey often requiring years of saving. The agreement reflects growing ties between the two countries in the tourism sector and is expected to simplify logistics for travellers undertaking the religious trip.

Recent anti-immigration protests in South Africa are negatively impacting businesses across the continent, according to The South African Biz. The protests have led to a backlash that affects various sectors and operations of South African companies operating in Africa.

South Africa has introduced a new system that replaces one of the most frustrating steps in the travel entry process, according to The South African. The change is intended to make entry into the country easier for travellers. Details of exactly how the new system works and what it means for upcoming trips were outlined in the publication's report, though the blurb provides limited specifics about the nature of the system or when it takes effect.

As of 2022, South Africa hosted approximately 2.4 million international migrants, representing 3.9% of the population, primarily from the Southern African Development Community region. Public health professionals have highlighted the economic contributions of these immigrants, noting their role in fostering economic growth and diversity, according to Statistics South Africa (Stats SA).

South Africa is experiencing a significant anti-immigrant movement, highlighted by the March and March initiative advocating for the mass deportation of undocumented migrants by June 30, 2026. This movement has emerged amid rising unemployment, declining public services, and increasing insecurity, leading to heightened anti-immigrant violence and repatriation efforts by other African nations. While the movement's grievances are acknowledged, the underlying causes of the economic crisis are being debated.