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How Does Xenophobia Impact the Food Security and Livelihood Strategies of African Migrant Food Vendors in South African Informal Economies?

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Xenophobia and Migrant Food Vendors in South Africa In a dusty corner of inner‑city Johannesburg, 34‑year-old “Amina” (pseudonym), a Zimbabwean national, set up a small open‑air stall selling maize meal and fresh produce. On many days, she brought affordable staples to working‑class households who lacked access to supermarkets. But on 1 September 2019 — during […]

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What Are the Barriers to Healthcare Access for Diet-Related Non-Communicable Diseases Among Undocumented African Migrants?

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Barriers to Healthcare Access for Diet‑Related Non‑Communicable Diseases (NCDs) Among Undocumented African Migrants in South Africa   Introduction: A Hidden Burden in Plain Sight “ I worry when my chest feels tight and I cannot eat; but I dare not go to the clinic. I might be turned away.” — interview with an undocumented migrant in

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How Do Transnational Food Networks Shape Food Sovereignty and Cultural Identity for African Migrant Communities?

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Migrant Food Networks, Cultural Identity, and Food Sovereignty in South Africa Migration is more than moving across borders. It involves carrying homes, memories, and survival strategies. For many African migrants living in South Africa—especially in major urban hubs like Johannesburg, Cape Town, and other cities—food becomes a lifeline. Through transnational food networks, migrants maintain ties

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What Is the Relationship Between Migration Status and Nutritional Transition Among African Migrants in Urban South Africa?

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Migration Status and Nutritional Transition Among African Migrants in Urban South Africa From Rural Roots to Urban Plates When 28‑year-old “Maria” (pseudonym) moved from a rural Limpopo village to Johannesburg in 2019, she sought better economic opportunities. Instead, she encountered a food environment dominated by convenience and cost pressures. Fresh leafy greens and staples she

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How Does Food Insecurity Among African Migrants in South Africa Compare to Host Population Vulnerabilities?

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Food Insecurity Among African Migrants vs. Host Communities in South Africa Opening: Hunger in the City — Migrants and Host Communities In 2023, a striking statistic emerged: approximately 63.5 % of South African households — over 12 million households — were classified as food insecure. Institute of Development Studies+2South African Human Rights Commission+2This number reflects a

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Chronic Disease Management Among Migrant Populations: Diabetes and Hypertension Care Access in Pretoria’s Migrant Communities

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Chronic Disease Care for Migrants in Pretoria: Diabetes and Hypertension Access Opening: Why This Matters — A Case Study In a small flat in Pretoria North, “Amina” (not her real name), a 49‑year-old woman from Zimbabwe, checks her blood pressure. She has lived in Tshwane for over 8 years, working informal jobs and supporting two

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Food Remittance Systems: How Somali Migrants Navigate Transnational Food Networks in South Africa

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Transnational Food Networks Among Somali Migrants in South Africa Opening: Food, Distance, and Survival In a small grocery shop in Mayfair, Johannesburg, 28-year-old Hawa carefully packs a crate of basmati rice, powdered milk, dates, and infant formula. These items are not meant for her household—they are intended for her mother and younger siblings in Hargeisa.

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The Impact of Xenophobia on Healthcare Utilization Among African Migrants in South African Public Clinics

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The Invisible Barrier: How Xenophobia Undermines Health Access for African Migrants in South Africa In June 2025, a 32‑year-old female migrant from Zimbabwe — let us call her Amina — arrived at a busy public clinic in Johannesburg with fever and persistent cough. Clinic staff demanded identification and proof of documentation. When Amina could not produce

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Maternal and Child Health Outcomes Among Mozambican Migrant Women in Border Communities

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Maternal and Child Health Among Mozambican Migrants in Border Communities Opening: A Border Story, A Human Cost In a rural border community in northeastern South Africa — home to many former refugees and migrants from Mozambique — 4‑year-old Maria* died of a preventable illness after missing her routine immunisation. Her mother, a Mozambican migrant, lacked

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Traditional Medicine Practices vs. Biomedical Healthcare: Health-Seeking Patterns of Malawian Migrants in Limpopo

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Traditional Medicine vs. Biomedical Healthcare: Health-Seeking Patterns of Malawian Migrants in Limpopo Understanding the Health-Seeking Landscape Malawian migrants in Limpopo navigate complex healthcare options. For instance, a 2023 survey found that over 60% rely on traditional healers annually, while 45% access public clinics. Consequently, migrants often alternate between systems depending on illness severity and accessibility.

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