Police probe fatal mob attack on foreigner during Durban march

On Oct 22, the South African Police Service confirmed an investigation into the killing of a foreign national in central Durban. Police reported that the victim, believed to be in his late thirties or early forties, was attacked by a crowd of about 50 people after two men separated from a marching group. The assault left the man dead at the scene; authorities have not disclosed his nationality or the motive behind the violence.

This incident occurs amid months of anti-migrant demonstrations across the country, some of which have escalated into riots, looting of foreign-owned businesses and arson in Durban and Soweto. Earlier in the month, protests against a refugee reception centre’s asylum processing sparked similar unrest. Police have not released further details as the investigation continues.