South Africa & Nigeria — Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Nigeria

South Africa: South Africa is the primary location of the xenophobic attacks, leading to significant reputational damage, diplomatic tensions with other African nations, and a decline in tourism and investment. The government is struggling to control the violence and manage the influx of undocumented migrants.

Nigeria — Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Nigeria: The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Nigeria is coordinating the evacuation of Nigerian nationals from South Africa and engaging in diplomatic discussions to ensure their safety and address the root causes of the attacks.

South Africa: South Africa is experiencing anti-immigrant violence, leading to the deaths of foreign nationals and international condemnation. The country's police are investigating the deaths.

Nigeria — Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Nigeria: Nigeria — Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Nigeria is coordinating the evacuation of Nigerian nationals from South Africa and is engaging the South African government to seek compensation for abandoned properties.

Nigeria — Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Nigeria: Atiku Abubakar called on the Nigeria — Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Nigeria to abandon its 'habitual slow-footedness' and demonstrate greater urgency in protecting Nigerians abroad.