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Frustration Grows in South Africa Over Migrant Influx

2/1/2026

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Story summary

King Misuzulu's subjects in South Africa are increasingly frustrated with migrants from Lesotho, Mozambique, and Zimbabwe who seek work in the country.
They direct their ire toward these migrants instead of toward historical British invaders.
Official statistics indicate about 2.4 million migrants reside in South Africa, comprising roughly 4% of the population.

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Story summary

King Misuzulu's subjects in South Africa are increasingly frustrated with migrants from Lesotho, Mozambique, and Zimbabwe who seek work in the country.
They direct their ire toward these migrants instead of toward historical British invaders.
Official statistics indicate about 2.4 million migrants reside in South Africa, comprising roughly 4% of the population.