The Kenyan government has successfully evacuated 86 citizens from South Africa following a surge in anti-immigrant protests that have swept across several cities, raising fears over the safety of foreign nationals. The evacuation was coordinated by the State Department for Diaspora Affairs in collaboration with Kenya's High Commission in Pretoria and other government agencies.
According to the Ministry of Foreign and Diaspora Affairs, 26 Kenyans arrived safely in Nairobi on the first evacuation flight, while the remaining 60 were expected to return on subsequent flights. The government said it activated emergency response measures after receiving reports of escalating violence, threats, and attacks targeting migrants in parts of South Africa.
The anti-immigrant demonstrations, which have intensified in recent weeks, have seen thousands of protesters demand the removal of undocumented foreign nationals, with some incidents turning violent. Authorities in South Africa have deployed additional security personnel to restore order as several African countries begin repatriating their citizens.
The Kenyan government has urged citizens still residing in South Africa to remain vigilant, avoid areas affected by unrest, and maintain close contact with the Kenyan High Commission. Officials reaffirmed their commitment to safeguarding Kenyans abroad and providing consular assistance to those affected by the ongoing protests.
According to the Ministry of Foreign and Diaspora Affairs, 26 Kenyans arrived safely in Nairobi on the first evacuation flight, while the remaining 60 were expected to return on subsequent flights. The government said it activated emergency response measures after receiving reports of escalating violence, threats, and attacks targeting migrants in parts of South Africa.
The anti-immigrant demonstrations, which have intensified in recent weeks, have seen thousands of protesters demand the removal of undocumented foreign nationals, with some incidents turning violent. Authorities in South Africa have deployed additional security personnel to restore order as several African countries begin repatriating their citizens.
The Kenyan government has urged citizens still residing in South Africa to remain vigilant, avoid areas affected by unrest, and maintain close contact with the Kenyan High Commission. Officials reaffirmed their commitment to safeguarding Kenyans abroad and providing consular assistance to those affected by the ongoing protests.
