South Africa police clash with anti-immigrant protesters

The country has been repeatedly swept by waves of anti‑foreigner sentiment, often erupting into violent -- and sometimes deadly -- attacks on immigrants. With local elections due in less than a year, the issue has become an even sharper political flashpoint. The protesters were whipped into action by groups including political parties and xenophobic vigilante movement Operation Dudula, whose name means "push back" in Zulu. They poured into the streets waving placards, singing and chanting as they...