March and March movement

The March and March movement is a coalition of over 20 civil society groups in South Africa that has recently organized nationwide anti-migrant protests. These demonstrations, which occurred recently, saw over 900 arrests as xenophobic tensions escalated, leading to looting and violence in some instances. The movement's actions are occurring against a backdrop of a government crackdown on undocumented employment, driven by high unemployment and political pressure. This crackdown highlights the significant reliance of many South African small businesses on migrant labor. The March and March movement's involvement in these protests makes them a current and relevant force in the ongoing national discourse and policy debates surrounding immigration and xenophobia in South Africa.