Some Durban protesters say unaware of withdrawn asylum directive

Some protesters in Durban say they were unaware that the Department of Home Affairs had withdrawn a directive expanding access to asylum application processes following a Constitutional Court ruling.

The ruling has become a subject of debate as tensions escalate, with anti-immigration protesters engaging in violent demonstrations across the city.

Several buildings have been damaged, shops looted and vehicles set alight as protesters demand that the government address their concerns about immigration.

Police have increased their presence in an effort to contain the violence, as unrest continues to spread across Durban.

Immigration Crisis | Chaos erupts in Durban: These protesters share their views about the Home Affairs stance.

“I was not aware that Home Affairs had decided to withdraw.

I’ve been here at this march since very early this morning, so I have not been checking any updates on social media or on the news.

However, as much as I am happy with this move by Home Affairs, I still think we need to continue with this march; we have had enough,” says a protester.

“I was also not aware.

I think we can continue protesting, but, however, it needs to be done in a peaceful manner.

No one must be harmed; property must not be destroyed,” says another protester.

Immigration Crisis | Numerous stores damaged, attempts to loot: