\n\nSouth Africa’s tightening anti-migrant deadline is forcing difficult choices on thousands of foreign nationals, including many fathers who must leave families behind to avoid deportation or worse. Protests have intensified, with tensions boiling over in major cities as the government cracks down on undocumented immigrants. 
The policy has drawn international criticism for its humanitarian impact. For Nigeria, the situation is particularly poignant, with reports of a fresh batch of citizens set to return home Tuesday. This repatriation highlights ongoing challenges for African migrants seeking opportunities abroad while facing xenophobia and policy shifts.
Nigerian officials are coordinating support for returnees, emphasizing reintegration programs as part of broader diaspora engagement strategies under the current administration.
