
In conversation with Adv Sipho Mantula is a Pan-African researcher and an international relations expert
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South Africa has long positioned itself as a gateway to the African continent, with its diplomatic approach emphasising African interests, regional cooperation, and a commitment to multipolarity as a middle power. President Cyril Ramaphosa has reaffirmed the country’s commitment to combating xenophobia and violence against African migrants.
Given the current focus on illegal immigration, What implications could these developments have for South Africa’s standing and influence on the continent, its relationships with fellow African states, and its broader diplomatic objectives in Africa?
Given the current focus on illegal immigration, What implications could these developments have for South Africa’s standing and influence on the continent, its relationships with fellow African states, and its broader diplomatic objectives in Africa?

