Why scapegoating foreign nationals will not fix South Africa

In this powerful Africa Day reflection, Anglican priest Ven. Sizwe Ngcobo warns against the growing scapegoating of foreign nationals in South Africa amid rising social and economic frustration. While acknowledging the country’s deep struggles with unemployment, crime, poverty and failing infrastructure, the piece argues that blaming African migrants for South Africa’s problems betrays the spirit of Ubuntu and continental unity. Ngcobo calls for lawful immigration management, stronger social systems and compassionate leadership instead of fear-driven rhetoric and xenophobia. The opinion piece also highlights the plight of vulnerable children, urging solutions grounded in dignity, justice and constitutional protection rather than emotional populism.

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