During his Zimbabwe visit, King Misuzulu kaZwelithini said lawful migration must be distinguished from illegal immigration, while warning that governance failures contribute to migration tensions across Africa.
King Misuzulu kaZwelithini says Africa’s shared history and cultural ties should not be used as a reason to ignore the immigration laws of sovereign nations, arguing that enforcing border controls and immigration laws should not be mistaken for xenophobia.
The AmaZulu King made the remarks during an official visit to Zimbabwe, where he met President Emmerson Mnangagwa and discussed the challenge of balancing African unity with respect for the sovereignty and laws of individual states.
The comments come amid ongoing debate in South Africa over illegal immigration, with calls for stronger enforcement of immigration laws and concerns over rising tensions, including accusations of xenophobia and the targeting of foreign nationals.
"I come to Zimbabwe not merely as the King of the Zulu Nation but as a son of Africa who believes that our continent's greatest strength lies in our shared history, our shared humanity and our shared responsibility to one another," King Misuzulu said.
