South African Minister Laments Impact of Xenophobia Claims on Artists and Businesses

South African minister Mmamoloko Kubayi has expressed concern over the negative impact of xenophobia claims, stating that South African artistes are losing gigs and businesses abroad.

15 Jun, 10:48 — 15 Jun, 11:28

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Claims of xenophobia in South Africa have historically strained diplomatic and economic relations with other African nations. This story highlights the tangible economic and cultural consequences for South Africa, underscoring the need for governmental intervention to mitigate these impacts.

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South African Minister Mmamoloko Kubayi expressed concern about the impact of xenophobia claims.
South African artists are losing gigs and having shows cancelled abroad.
South African businesses are also being negatively affected.

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South African Minister Mmamoloko Kubayi stated that South African artistes are losing gigs and businesses are affected due to xenophobia claims.

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The minister mentioned that artistes' shows are being cancelled across Africa.

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The South African government, through DECO, is engaging with businesses abroad.

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Xenophobia: Our artistes losing gigs, businesses affected, South African minister laments

South African minister Mmamoloko Kubayi laments the negative impact of xenophobia claims on South African artistes losing gigs and businesses abroad. Read More: https://punchng.com/xenophobia-our-artistes-losing-gigs-businesses-affected-south-african-minister-laments/

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vanguard-ngMixed6d ago

Xenophobia: ‘Our artistes’ shows are being cancelled across Africa’ — South African minister

“We can’t lie about the backlash, and that is why part of the work that we are doing as government, as well through DECO, is engagement with businesses abroad, South African companies abroad. The post Xenophobia: ‘Our artistes’ shows are being cancelled across Africa’ — South African minister appeared first on Vanguard News.

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Xenophobia: ‘Our artistes’ shows are being cancelled across Africa’ — South African minister

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Xenophobia: Our artistes losing gigs, businesses affected, South African minister laments

Xenophobia: ‘Our artistes’ shows are being cancelled across Africa’ — South African minister

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Xenophobia: ‘Our artistes’ shows are being cancelled across Africa’ — South African minister

Xenophobia: Our artistes losing gigs, businesses affected, South African minister laments

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