South Africa: Migrants
Lords · Question HL1800 · Tabled 8 Jul 2026 · Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office · Official record
Answered 20 Jul 2026
Question
Asked by Lord German
To ask His Majesty's Government what assessment they have made of recent reports of xenophobic violence against migrants and refugees in South Africa; what discussions they have had with (1) the government of South Africa, and (2) regional partners regard
Answer
Answered by Baroness Chapman of Darlington, 20 Jul 2026
The UK is closely monitoring developments regarding reports of violence and intimidation directed at migrants, refugees and asylum seekers in South Africa. We are concerned by any incidents of xenophobic violence and welcome the South African Government's...