South Africa: A timeline of recurring waves of xenophobic violence

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Xenophobic violence has plagued South Africa for nearly twenty years, with repeated episodes leading to significant displacement of foreign nationals. The timeline highlights key events and the social dynamics contributing to these conflicts.

For nearly two decades, South Africa has suffered recurring bouts of xenophobic attacks. From deadly riots in 2008 to the rise of Operation Dudula, thousand of foreign nationals have been displaced time and again.