EFF leader Julius Malema has taken aim at Operation Dudula, accusing them of being 'thugs' and calling for them to be investigated. This is not only the latest chapter in a long history of South Africa dealing with anti-immigrant rhetoric, but also points to something deeper.
With the wilting of the political centre in South Africa, movements nearer the edges of the political spectrum are becoming more appealing to everyday South Africans. How will this impact the countries future elections? Let's get in to it.