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South African President Cyril Ramaphosa has called on citizens to reflect on the support received from other African nations during the anti-apartheid struggle, warning against rising hostility toward foreign nationals. He made the appeal during the country’s 2026 Freedom Day celebration in Bloemfontein, stressing that history should not be forgotten. 
Ramaphosa noted that many African countries provided critical political, financial, and logistical support to South Africans fighting apartheid, offering refuge to activists and backing liberation movements. His remarks come amid growing concerns over xenophobic attacks, with authorities urging restraint and unity across communities. 
The president’s message underscores a broader warning: turning against fellow Africans contradicts the spirit of solidarity that once helped end apartheid. Observers say the reminder is aimed at reducing tensions and reinforcing African unity, especially as violence against foreign nationals continues to draw criticism both locally and internationally.
