Cars torched and shops looted as anti-migrant violence erupts in South Africa
South Africa has experienced recurrent outbreaks of violence, often targeting migrants from neighbouring countries.
BBC News reports: South Africa has experienced recurrent outbreaks of violence, often targeting migrants from neighbouring countries.
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