Migration vis-Ã -vis Philoxenia in South African context implications for African continental integration

Jonathan Maseng
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Jonathan Maseng: University of Mpumalanga

International Journal of Research in Business and Social Science (2147-4478), 2024, vol. 13, issue 5, 743-756

Abstract: Many scholars in the field of migration and xenophobia have consistently examined various levels and expressions of xenophobic behavior within the South African context. They have contributed significantly to conceptualizing migration as inherently conflict-prone, often citing incidents categorized as xenophobia, Afrophobia, and color-blind xenophobia in both scholarly and public discussions. While ample scholarly evidence exists regarding factors that promote social cohesion between South Africans and African immigrants, as well as their implications for African continental integration, there is a notable dearth of scholarly attention on how Philoxenia, the concept of extending friendship or hospitality to strangers, can contribute to the project of African continental integration. Utilizing qualitative research methods and document analysis as a data collection technique, this paper reveals those certain aspects of the South African migration legislative framework exhibit Philoxenic characteristics. Moreover, the paper provides evidence of multiple economic sectors and communities in the country that demonstrate Philoxenia. The paper concludes that Philoxenia can serve as a catalyst towards achieving a united state of Africa, while "xenophobia", "Afrophobia", "Threats†to social cohesion†, "colour-blind xenophobia†and “sibling fights or sibling bullying†are impediments to this long-term objective of the African Union. The paper recommends that, South Africa as one of Africa’s dominant African immigrants’ host state must come up with legislation that criminalizes the latter actions. Key Words:Africa, African Continental Integration, Migration, Philoxenia, South Africa, Xenophobia

Date: 2024
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