From shanty town to shopping mall
(July 18th, 2008)
In South Africa, a part of town infamous for its politics and activism is being transformed into a retail mecca — and residents are buying it up. Gretchen Wilson reports.
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Xenophobia only hurts South Africa
(June 3rd, 2008)
South Africa’s economy relies on as many as 5 million foreign nationals. But when mobs attacked these foreigners last month, more than 50,000 of the migrants fled. Gretchen Wilson reports how that could hurt the country.
South Africans march against violence
(May 30th, 2008)
African immigrants have been attacked in some South African neighborhoods in a recent wave of xenophobic violence. But now some South Africans have organized marches against the attacks. Gretchen Wilson reports from Johannesburg.
Violence spurs humanitarian crisis
(May 30th, 2008)
Anti-immigrant violence in South Africa has forced tens of thousands from their homes and could have a long-lasting economic impact on the region. Gretchen Wilson reports from outside Johannesburg.
Violence harms South African economy
(May 26th, 2008)
Recent violence in South Africa has killed at least 50 immigrants and made thousands flee their homes. Gretchen Wilson reports how this could affect the country’s economy, which thrives on its immigrant population.
