Johannesburg, South Africa — A special police unit has been deployed to investigate the assassination of Andile Mvuyelwa Somgxada, the Gauteng province leader of the anti-migrant group March and March. Somgxada was shot outside his home east of Johannesburg earlier this month and later died in hospital.
The incident, which has been described as “retaliatory, “follows a campaign by March and March to encourage undocumented migrants to leave the country.
The group has faced warnings and death threats against its leaders, according to a spokesperson. Acting police chief Lt Gen Puleng Dimpane has emphasized the seriousness of the investigation, stating, “We are committed to conducting a thorough investigation to establish the circumstances surrounding this murder and to ensure accountability. “South Africa has seen a contentious debate over immigration, particularly the issue of undocumented migration, which has led to protests and accusations of public service pressure and involvement in crime.
March and March had set an unofficial deadline for all migrants without papers to leave the country.
The investigation comes amidst a backdrop of violence and intimidation linked to the anti — migrant movement, including the recent arrest of individuals impersonating immigration officers. Lt Gen Dimpane has issued a stern warning against such actions, emphasizing that no individual or group has the authority to conduct immigration inspections or remove people from communities.
As the investigation progresses, the nation awaits the outcome, with the March and March Movement and the South African Police Service vowing to pursue justice and protect the rights of all citizens.
*Additional reporting by ImNews | Sources consulted: 5*
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Source: BBC Africa
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