Event Brief
Joburg police accused of xenophobic profiling of citizens
By The BriefBrief · Sources (2)
Filed: Oct 02, 2026 at 2:05 AM ET
Summary: Johannesburg police are accused of using xenophobic profiling against both foreign nationals and naturalised South African citizens. The allegations describe targeting based on whether people are seen as “South African enough,” spanning citizens and migrants in Joburg.
WHO: Johannesburg police
WHAT: Accusations that police use xenophobic profiling to target foreign nationals and naturalised South African citizens.
WHEN: Oct 01, 2026 at 7:30 PM ET
WHERE: Johannesburg, South Africa
WHY: The allegations concern police targeting people perceived as not “South African enough,” including migrants and naturalised citizens.
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