Bad blood: South Africa, Nigeria, Xenophobia and the fate of Pan-Africanism

It is inconceivable to discuss tensions between Nigeria and South Africa without the lens of nostalgia coming into play. The two African giants are ensnared in a toxic circle of mutual grievances that often flare up in various forms—from mass repatriations, diplomatic rows and boycotts to persistent waves of xenophobic attacks. Mostly on the part […]