Frustration and fear leads to unrest and confusion at Malawian encampment (opens original article in a new tab)
Frustration and fear led to unrest at a Malawian encampment in Durban as protesters clashed with police over deportation concerns, prompting South African authorities to move migrants to an overflow site.
- Thousands of Malawian protesters clashed with police at Sherwood Hall encampment in Durban over fears of deportation to Lindela Repatriation Centre.
- Malawian government began repatriation process with buses, but it was paused due to rising numbers and funding issues.
- South African authorities moved migrants to Durban Drive-In as an overflow site to improve conditions and expedite deportations.
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