Uganda has launched the first phase of a large-scale evacuation of its citizens from South Africa, bringing home 273 nationals amid rising anti-illegal immigration protests and xenophobic violence. More charter flights are planned as hundreds more Ugandans seek voluntary repatriation.

Kampala, Uganda | URN | The government says three Ugandans lost their lives during the recent anti-immigrant unrest in South Africa. Acting Minister of Foreign Affairs Haruna Kyeyune Kasolo said the government is working with South African authorities to repatriate the bodies of the deceased while ensuring their families receive the necessary support. “We understand …

The returnees, who formed the third batch of evacuees, arrived at the Murtala Muhammed International Airport, Lagos, on Friday.

The fourth batch of willing Nigerians evacuated from South Africa over xenophobic attacks has arrived in the country. The aircraft conveying the evacuees