The South African government has accused Ghana and Nigeria of orchestrating a disinformation campaign to portray the country as a pariah state.
Pretoria alleges that the two nations are spreading false reports regarding xenophobia to create a pretext for international courts to intervene in South African affairs.
The accusation marks a sharp escalation in diplomatic rhetoric between the African nations.
According to Daily Maverick, the South African government contends that the narrative being pushed by Accra and Abuja is fabricated and designed to damage South Africa's international standing.
The claim suggests a coordinated effort to manipulate global perception rather than a genuine concern for migrant rights.
This development adds a new layer of complexity to existing tensions over anti-migrant protests and immigration enforcement in the region.