Immigration laws and citizenship rights are at the forefront of a controversial debate surrounding a Miss South Africa contestant named Chidimma. Advocates are calling for clarification to prevent her from being victimized due to her Nigerian heritage. The government and organizers are urged to address this issue promptly.
Adding fuel to the fire is the underlying social competition between South Africa and Nigeria, with jokes about national pride and musical genres. The debate has intensified due to concerns about criminal behavior among some foreign nationals in South Africa.
Former police minister Bheki Cele’s report revealed that the majority of prison inmates in South Africa are South African, dispelling the myth that foreigners are the main perpetrators of crime. Despite the statistics, tensions remain high due to ongoing concerns.