A Malawian man perished in a stampede at an immigration office in Pretoria, South Africa, in a terrible occurrence.
Undocumented immigrants were invited by the South African government to visit the Home Affairs office in order to apply for asylum.
Unintentionally, officials created a dangerous mob at the registration center entrance in an attempt to expedite the vast number of individuals. As a result, there was mayhem inside as individuals shoved and pushed their way in.
A man was knocked down by the commotion and trampled by the throng. Sadly, he suffered serious injuries and passed away, adding to the upsetting events of the day.
Officials deployed whips in an attempt to subdue the roving mob, but this just made matters worse. Whips were used, which made the already nervous and weak victims even more confused and injured.
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There may have been more than one fatality, according to reports, although it’s unknown how many. Up to three deaths are reportedly possible, although officials have not yet verified the precise number.
The unfortunate state of affairs is still present, underscoring the essential need for improved crowd control in such dire circumstances.
Here are some reactions on social media:
Frans Madimetja Ledwaba-South Africa is a playing ground for the foreigners
SiphoM-Why were they behaving like animals? Don’t they know you need to form a line from outside coming in like South Africans always do in public hospitals and clinics?
spiritually in space– Folks listen go home, all this is not worth it. You will treated like dirt here, you will be exploited, nobody cares for u. That paper u guys are dying for is not worth it. Go back to your countries & Goddamn fight for your countries, stop being cowards in south africa.
