Africa: Uganda to Begin Voluntary Repatriation of Citizens From South Africa

First batch of 273 Ugandans arrives from South Africa amid unrest

Uganda has launched the first phase of a large-scale evacuation of its citizens from South Africa, bringing home 273 nationals amid rising anti-illegal immigration protests and xenophobic violence. More charter flights are planned as hundreds more Ugandans seek voluntary repatriation.

Africa: Uganda to Begin Voluntary Repatriation of Citizens From South Africa

Uganda is set to receive the first batch of 265 Ugandan nationals being voluntarily repatriated from South Africa, marking the start of a coordinated exercise to facilitate the return of citizens who wish to come home.

XENOPHOBIA: Government Evacuates 424 Ugandans From South Africa

The Government of Uganda has evacuated 424 Ugandan nationals from South Africa following weeks of anti-migrant protests and xenophobic violence. The first batch of returnees, comprising 273 people, including 255 adults and 18 children, arrived at Entebbe International Airport aboard an Ethiopian Airlines flight as part of a government-coordinated repatriation programme. A second group of […] The post XENOPHOBIA: Government Evacuates 424 Ugandans…

Uganda Evacuates Citizens From South Africa

Uganda has begun evacuating its citizens from South Africa, with 273 nationals returning home on Friday under a government-led repatriation programme prompted by escalating anti-illegal immigration protests and xenophobic violence. The first group of evacuees arrived at Entebbe International Airport aboard a Uganda Airlines charter flight in the early hours of Friday. They were received by Acting Foreign Affairs Minister Haruna Kasolo and Uganda…

First Batch of 260 Ugandan Evacuees Return Home from South Africa Following Xenophobic Violence

Uganda: The first group of Ugandan nationals evacuated from South Africa arrived at Entebbe International Airport on Thursday night. As the Government of Uganda intensifies efforts to repatriate citizens affected by recent anti-migrant violence and xenophobic attacks.  Reportedly, a special Uganda Airlines charter flight carrying 260 evacuees landed at 9:30 p.m. on July 02, 2026. The evacuation follows a directive issued by President Yoweri Kagu…

Xenophobia: 273 Ugandans Evacuated From South Africa As Government Launches Major Repatriation Programme

By Spy Uganda  The Government of Uganda has launched a major voluntary evacuation programme for its citizens in South Africa, with the first group of 273 Ugandans arriving safely at Entebbe International Airport early Friday following recent anti-illegal immigration protests and xenophobic violence in parts of the country. The returnees landed aboard a special Uganda…