South African city said to be one of the most unequal in the country with foreigners facing increasing discrimination.
From: Inside Story
How will anti-migrant attacks affect S Africa’s future?
Xenophobic violence has already strained ties with other African nations despite government saying it is tackling issue.
28 Apr 2015
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