Launching its National Action Plan to Combat Xenophobia, Racism, and Discrimination, South Africa took a significant step in addressing the pervasive human rights violations brought on by the violence and discrimination against Xenophobes, Women, and Gender. The government and civil society collaborated to design the five-year plan, which seeks to promote public awareness of anti-racism and equality measures, enhance victim protection and access to justice, and step up anti-discrimination activities to contribute to greater equality and justice.
What actions should be taken to combat xenophobia?
In five different ways:
- Honor diverse cultures.
- Make hate speech and intolerance known.
- Children should be taught kindness and how to discuss disagreements.
- Speak up for those who are being harassed and take action if it is safe to do so.
- Support UNICEF and other human rights groups.
Why does SA have xenophobia?
It is far simpler to blame South Africa’s terrible crime rates on “illegal immigrants” than to address the societal origins of the issue, and this link between economic and political migrants and crime may be what fuels xenophobia there.
Which two laws are there that defend xenophobia?
The Promotion of Equality and Prevention of Unfair Discrimination Act 4 of 2000, the Refugees Act 130 of 1998, the Protection from Harassment Act 17 of 2011 and the Immigration Act 13 of 2002 are further pieces of law that are pertinent to addressing xenophobia.
What elements affect xenophobia?
Inherent elements (genetics and personality) and environmental variables will be the two key effects that will be covered. There are several ideas that try to explain how xenophobic sentiments and hereditary variables are related.
What impact does racism have on the economy?
Xenophobia undermines the nation’s potential economic structure and lessens the socioeconomic gains made by local citizens as a result of tourism-related businesses. Given that we live in a global society, various levels of government should take strong positions against the various factors that contribute to xenophobia in our culture.
