Africa: Xenophobia Attacks Could Be Avoided in S. Africa, Says Parliamentary Committee

Johannesburg — The South African Parliament's Portfolio Committee on Police said Monday the xenophobic attacks on foreigners by South Africans in Rosettenville and Pretoria West could be avoided if the police responded timely to complaints by the community.

At least 15 Nigerian residents' houses were burnt last weeek in Rosettenville community and Pretoria West.

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