Wilbroda says South Africa is letting Africa down amid xenophobia concerns
Milele FM radio host and actress Jacquey Nyaminde has spoken out against xenophobia in South Africa, saying the country is letting Africa down amid ongoing concerns about the treatment of fellow Africans.
The media personality shared her views on Friday, June 12, 2026, while discussing recent events and the relationship between South Africa and other countries on the continent.
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She reflected on the support South Africa received during its struggle for freedom. Wilbroda explained that many people across the world stood with the country and hoped for a better future.
“…ilikua inalilia South Africa. The whole world was crying,” Wilbroda said.
Her cohost also recalled how people across the continent supported South Africa during that period. The discussion focused on the unity that many Africans showed when the country was fighting against oppression.
“Tuliwaombea kabisa wapate uhuru wao,” the cohost said.
Wilbroda went on to speak about the respect that many Africans had for former South African president Nelson Mandela. She explained that the continent welcomed and celebrated Mandela as a symbol of freedom and hope.
“Na Africa mzima ika embrace rais wao Nelson Mandela,” Wilbroda said.
Concerns over the treatment of fellow Africans
The media personality questioned acts of violence against fellow Africans. She said disagreements should never lead to people losing their lives and called such actions wrong.
“Why would you kill your brothers and sisters?” Wilbroda asked.
She explained that if people do not want someone in their country, they should simply tell them to leave peacefully. According to her, there is no justification for violence against another person.
“Nifukuze tu, niambie nitoke uniachie maisha yangu. Can you imagine?” Wilbroda said.
Wilbroda maintained that such incidents paint a negative picture and damage relationships between African countries. She said the situation is troubling and should not be accepted.
“It is very, very wrong. At this moment, South Africa wanaangusha watu,” Wilbroda said.
The discussion comes days after South African President Cyril Ramaphosa addressed concerns surrounding immigration and the enforcement of immigration laws. Speaking on June 7, 2026, he stated that enforcing immigration laws is the responsibility of the government.
Ramaphosa also said individuals should not stop people in public places and demand identification documents. He warned that authorities would take action against anyone using immigration concerns for political, personal or criminal reasons.
Even after those remarks, conversations about migration and relations between South Africa and other African countries have continued.
