Analysis: Race, Documentation, and Perceived Value Shape Xenophobic Attitudes in South Africa

A reflective piece examines how South African society selectively embraces or rejects foreignness based on race, documentation status, and perceived cultural value. The analysis highlights the contradictions within the nation's approach to diversity and rising xenophobic sentiments.

28 Aug, 11:02 — 28 Aug, 11:02

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REFLECTION: How documents, race and perceived value shape who is labelled a foreigner in SA

We love to celebrate cultural difference, until we start ranking it. Through the lens of Contra.Joburg’s Different Is Good festival theme, South Africa’s rising xenophobia is confronted, unpacking why some forms of foreignness are embraced, while others are forced to justify their existence.

By Ryan Enslin

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Analysis: Race, Documentation, and Perceived Value Shape Xenophobic Attitudes in South Africa

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