BBC: South Africa: Two dead in new bout of mob violence
A fresh bout of mob violence in South Africa has left two people dead.
It began after a speech in the commercial hub Johannesburg by a veteran politician, who was trying to quell tensions over xenophobia.
Mangosuthu Buthelezi was heckled by a rowdy section of the crowd on Sunday, who later clashed with security forces.
Ten people, including two foreigners, were killed in the city last week when mobs attacked foreign-owned businesses.
The trouble led to diplomatic tensions with other African countries, most notably Nigeria.
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More News On South African Xenophobic Attacks On Foreigners Continuing
South African attacks on foreign shops continue; 12 dead -- AP
12 dead, 639 arrested following xenophobic violence -- News 24
South Africa: Anti-migrant clashes kill 1, injure several -- DW
One killed, five wounded in new Johannesburg violence -- Al Jazeera
Police confirm 12 people dead as result of xenophobia attacks -- EWN
Xenophobia: Armed South African Youths Renew Calls For Foreigners To Leave -- Channels TV
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