South Africa's president promised Sunday to act on what he called concerns over illegal migration following a rise in anti-immigrant protests and sentiment in Africa's most advanced economy, with other nations claiming their citizens have been targeted in xenophobic attacks.

Minister in the Presidency Khumbudzo Ntshavheni has warned that no one will be allowed to shut down the country as tensions over illegal immigration grow.

The president reiterated that the enforcement of immigration laws remains the sole responsibility of the government and not private groups or vigilante organisations.

Measures include relocating reception centres, establishing dedicated courts