Browsing by Subject "Xenophobia"

Aspects of migrants' theology of God and of human beings : a missiological exploration of some responses to the xenophobic violence in and around Tshwane, May 2008

Ng'ang'a, Susan Wanjiru (2010-06)

When violence towards fellow humans deteriorates to the extent of setting fire on others, it becomes a matter of grievous concern and a subject of empirical research. This study therefore inquires into xenophobic violence ...

The construction of identity in a Mozambican community: reflections on xenophobia in South Africa

Lovegrove, Kim Simone (2014-07)

Since the end of South Africa’s Apartheid era, South Africans have become more aware of hate crimes that discriminate not on the basis of skin colour, but nationality. Among the targets of this xenophobic hate are Mozambican ...

Exorcising the ghost of the past : the abandonment of obsession with apartheid in Mpe’s welcome to our Hillbrow

Rafapa, Lesibana; Mahori, Freddy (University of Pretoria, 2011)

This article examines how Phaswane Mpe’s post-apartheid novel, Welcome to Our Hillbrow (2000), responds to Njabulo Ndebele’s idea of “rediscovering the ordinary”. This is probed through analyses of themes, characterization ...

Experiences, challenges and coping strategies of unaccompanied migrant children in South Africa : guidelines for Social Work

Mathe, Memory (2018-05)

The aim of this study was to investigate unaccompanied migrant children (UMC )experiences, challenges and coping strategies in South Africa as they navigate their lives with no parental care and protection in a foreign ...

Exploration of educational challenges of immigrant children at selected foundation phase schools in South Africa

Babane, Constance Vusiwana (2018-03)

Educational challenges of immigrant children in South African schools include among others, poor English proficiency. This challenge poses a challenge of negative self-efficacy to teachers. I became aware of the immigrants’ ...

Exploring the relationship between the implementation of business strategies and business performance by immigrant entrepreneurs in Ekurhuleni, South Africa

Chidau, Tatenda (2021-08)

The emergence and perceived prominence of immigrant entrepreneurs in South Africa induced mixed feelings amongst members of the local communities because immigrant entrepreneurs are regarded as being opportunistic. This ...

A Fanonian perspective on the May 2008 xenophobic violence in South Africa : a case study of the Tshwane Municipality

Moagi, Anna Lefatshe (2014-06)

The research on xenophobia in South Africa is underpinned by the relationship described by Frantz Fanon between violence and oppression present within the structures of domination. This research addresses the colonial ...

Guidelines in facilitating refugee learners in their social adjustment to a foreign school environment

Naude, Carina (2008-11)

The purpose of this study was to develop Gestalt guidelines for teachers working with refugee learners. These guidelines seek to assist teachers when facilitating refugee learners in their social adjustment to a new ...

How employers can utilise the law in South Africa to reduce and prevent xenophobic attacks against their employees in the hospitality industry

Vettori, Stella (African Journal of Hospitality, Tourism and Leisure, 2018)

This article explains case law precedent that has made it clear that even illegal immigrants without the requisite documents, or work permits, who are illegally in South Africa enjoy the protection provided in terms of ...

Integration experiences and challenges of immigrant students : a case study of a private secondary school in the Tshwane North district in Gauteng

Madziyire, Sekai Mable (2017-12)

The research sought to study the integration experiences and challenges of immigrant students in a private secondary school in the Tshwane North district in Gauteng. The study focused on investigating the experiences of ...

The language, identity and intercultural communication of the Shona living among Xhosa communities in Cape Town

Mambambo, John (2020-11)

This study examines the language, identity and intercultural communication dynamics in the Xhosa communities of Cape Town where some immigrant Shona speakers dwell. Language is a complex and nuanced repertoire of culture ...

A missiological exploration of a Pentecostal Church’s contribution to migrants’ social integration in Durban

Nzwiba, Mubili (2012-11)

The subject of migrants’ social integration in receiving countries is a growing debate in the 21st century amongst the international community and the nations of the world. It is a serious concern for many organizations ...

La mission de l'eglise dans la moralite et spiritualite des migrants dans la ville de Johannesburg: cas de l'eglise Baptiste de Rosettenville

Monzambe, Djuka Jean Djicain (2022-10)

The mission of the Church in the morality and spirituality of migrants living in South Africa is becoming more and more complex. Most of these migrants run away from degrading social and political situations of their ...

The phenomenon of Xenophobia as experienced by immigrant learners in inner city schools of Johannesburg

Osman, Razia (2009-11)

There has been a significant increase in immigrant learners in South African schools. This research study captures the experiences of immigrant learners in selected inner city schools of Johannesburg. The May 2008 ...

Potentially hurdling over the psychological barriers to reporting xenophobic incidents through a third-party reporting mechanism

Steenkamp, Zindi (2021-05)

The prevalence of hate victimisation in South Africa remains unknown, as does its full impact. Anecdotal evidence, borne out by recent research findings, suggests hate-based attacks on non-nationals have increased in recent ...

The protection of the national labour force against foreign competition under labour migration laws and policies : a comparative analysis between the Democratic Republic of Congo and South Africa

Kamwimbi, Kasongo Theodore (2022-11-14)

Labour migration, which involves both labour immigration and labour emigration, refers to ‘the cross-border movement of people from a homeland to a location outside that homeland, with the purpose of taking up employment’.1 ...

The reasons that promote the resilience of a Somali community residing in Fordsburg/Mayfair, Johannesburg

Sigamoney, Rosalind Florence (2016-11)

Since 2012 more than 295 676 migrants have arrived in South Africa. Somalis form one of the most visible migrant minorities in the country. Since various studies have been conducted into the mistreatment of migrants and ...

Rethinking notion of journalism ethics in the reportage of 2008 xenophobic attacks: the case of Sowetan and Daily Sun newspapers

Bakare, Sunday Adegboyega (2013-11)

This study aims to draw on some of the ethical guidelines enshrined in the South African Press Code (SAPC 2007:10). This SAPC states that “the press shall be obliged to report news truthfully, accurately, fairly and in a ...

The role of secondary schools in averting xenophobia in South Africa

Mpofu-Chimbga, Walter Wawuruka (2013-03)

The purpose of this study was to investigate the causes and effects of xenophobia in South Africa. The study also aimed at focussing on tracing whether there are any programmes in place to counter xenophobia. The ultimate ...

A survey on the extent of xenophobia towards refugee children

Livesey, Tracey Kay (2009-08-25)

A shortcoming in the literature is the lack of information and research into how refugee children from Africa experience life in South Africa and what their degree of exposure to xenophobia is, from South Africans. ...

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