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This study aims to examine factors that influence individual involvement in anti-immigrant violence in South Africa.

May 25, 2026Open Access

A violent minority?: a quantitative analysis of those engaged in anti-immigrant violence in South Africa

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Randomized trial profiles determinants of anti-immigrant violence in South Africa, suggesting strong correlations with peaceful activism.

This study aims to examine factors that influence individual involvement in anti-immigrant violence in South Africa.
Utilized data from the 2015-2017 South African Social Attitudes Survey (N=9,292).
Employed bivariate and multivariate techniques to analyze correlations between violence and peaceful anti-immigrant activities.
Focused on both past involvement and potential future engagement in violent behavior.
Found a robust correlation between participation in peaceful anti-immigrant activities and subsequent involvement in xenophobic violence.
Demonstrated the importance of geographical analysis in understanding patterns of xenophobic behavior.

Human Sciences Research Council (2026) studied this question.

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