THE LOWLY NEWSPAPERMAN: As hate edges South Africa towards bloodshed, the state seems half asleep (opens original article in a new tab)

South Africa's tensions escalate with potential for violence, similar to 2021 riots, as state institutions fail to address underlying issues and rising hate against foreign nationals.

• South Africa faces rising tensions with signs of potential violence similar to 2021 riots.
• State institutions are criticized for failing to anticipate and address the unrest effectively.
• Rising hate ideology targets foreign nationals, exacerbating social divisions.