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South Africa xenophobic riots escalate; 130 Nigerians register for evacuation

About 100 protesters looted Nigerian-owned businesses in Pretoria and Yeoville. Some 130 Nigerians signed up for voluntary repatriation. President Tinubu ordered enhanced protection.

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