Five Mozambican nationals have reportedly been k!lled in what the Mozambique government described as xenophobic attacks in South
Africa, marking the first officially reported fatalities linked to recent anti-illegal immigration protests in the country.

According to a government statement, about 800 Mozambican citizens were affected by vi0lence that erupted in Mossel Bay on Friday.

The statement said that seven Mozambican nationals died during the unrest. Five were reportedly k!lled as a direct result of the att@cks, while two others d!ed in a road accident while travelling back to Mozambique.

Authorities further disclosed that approximately 300 Mozambicans returned home on their own, while about 500 others were moved to a safe location in the Western Cape Province pending repatriation.

Meanwhile, South African police confirmed that they are investigating the d3aths of two men at an informal settlement in Mossel Bay. However, officials have not yet disclosed the identities or nationalities of the victims.

Reacting to the situation, Mossel Bay Mayor Dirk Kotze expressed concern over the vi0lence, citing reports of d3aths, arson att@cks, and the displacement of families.

In a separate incident, a 30-year-old Pakistani vegetable supplier identified as Naeem Hassan was reportedly k!lled in Vereeniging on June 1 while attempting to move his truck from a yard. Authorities had not issued an official statement on the incident at the time of reporting.

Similarly, a 40-year-old Bangladeshi businessman, Zumur Kormokar, was reportedly sh0t d3ad during an armed robbery at his shop in Nqutu on Saturday. Reports indicate that the att@ckers stole money and other valuables before fatally sh00ting him.

The incidents have heightened concerns over the safety of foreign nationals in parts of South Africa, as authorities continue investigations into the vi0lence and related crimes.