### [2026-08-26](/feed/2026/08/26/index.md)

##### 2026 anti-immigrant movement and xenophobia in South Africa
# A spokesperson for Malian singer Salif Keita confirms that he has cancelled all upcoming concerts in South Africa over its response to anti-migrant protests in the country. 




### Sources:

1. [Arbiterz](https://arbiterz.com/malian-music-legend-salif-keita-cancels-south-african-tour-over-xenophobic-attacks/)
2. [Channels TV](https://www.channelstv.com/2026/08/26/mali-singer-salif-keita-sancels-s-africa-shows-over-xenophobic-violence/)

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