The African National Congress (ANC) in KwaZulu-Natal warns that protests against undocumented foreign nationals could lead to violence and unlawful conduct, destabilising local communities. In its statement, the ANC urges people to exercise restraint and avoid actions that could escalate tensions or result in harm to others. The party specifically cites the unrest that occurred in July 2021 as a cautionary example, suggesting that similar patterns of disorder could recur if protests are not kept peaceful. The warning is directed at maintaining public order while tensions related to immigration and foreign nationals are addressed through lawful and structured processes. The ANC’s message emphasises preventing vigilantism and other illegal behaviour during demonstrations, and calls on relevant authorities and communities to ensure that any grievances are handled without inciting or enabling violence.