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South African politician seeks US refuge over persecution fears
Filed: Jun 02, 2026 at 5:04 AM ET
Summary: SJ Du Venage says he is leaving South Africa for a US refugee programme due to fears of future persecution.
WHO: SJ Du Venage
WHAT: Seeks US refuge under a US refugee programme
WHEN: Jun 02, 2026 at 3:05 AM ET
WHERE: South Africa
WHY: He says longstanding fears of future persecution shaped his decision to leave under the US refugee programme.
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