Following the spread of xenophobia attacks in South Africa this week, it is disgusting to witness what is becoming of the world. For those of you who don't know what Xenophobia is, It is the dislike of people from different countries residing in one's country.
It has grown wildly in South Africa as they claim foreigners are snatching their jobs. .and there is no food. ..and there is no water....blah blah blah! ...
Zimbabweans are mainly targeted, among others. In one occasion, a man was burnt to death as onlookers watched while others even chanting and laughing.
Now, the saddest bit is the killing of the children. I looked at this photo below and nearly teared up. The kid is not even above 5years old, but is being targeted. In most cases, we look at these stories in the news and we sympathize and move on with our lives. Some people even have a preconceived idea that that's just Africa. It is already sad that we have racism to deal with, but the wound is much more painful when hate comes from the same kind.
I wrote this in order to bring awareness to you, spread the message and let us put a stop to this sick curse. Africa is for Africans #saynotoxenophobia.
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