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IOM engages Xenowatch on a mechanism to detect and track violence against foreign nationals in South Africa

Silindile Mlilo from XenoWatch presenting on the Early Warning Mechanism

IOM hosted representative from XenoWatch to present an early warning mechanism which they use to monitors xenophobic threats and violence in South Africa. The mechanism was developed due to lack of reliable information, tools, and effective interventions to address ongoing violence against foreign nationals (and other ‘outsiders’) and promote sustainable social cohesion in the country.

For more information please contact Reneilwe Moningi, remoningi@iom.int