Ramaphosa orders 510 troops to KwaZulu-Natal

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South African President Cyril Ramaphosa ordered 510 soldiers deployed to KwaZulu-Natal to support police efforts to control anti-migrant protests, his office said Tuesday. The province has witnessed anti-immigrant violence, and the country is preparing for municipal elections next week.

WHO: South African President Cyril Ramaphosa

WHAT: Ordered the deployment of 510 soldiers to KwaZulu-Natal to support police efforts to control anti-migrant protests.

WHEN: Oct 27, 2026

WHERE: KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa

WHY: Ramaphosa ordered the deployment to support police efforts to control anti-migrant protests.

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