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Human Rights Watch Details Albinism Discrimination as South Africa Repatriations Continue

Saturday, June 13, 2026
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Human Rights Watch and the African Albinism Network released a joint report on June 12 detailing employment discrimination against people with albinism in Malawi. Published ahead of International Albinism Awareness Day on June 13, the document outlines how affected individuals face clear barriers in the workplace, education, and social protection programs. According to Human Rights Watch, these citizens are routinely denied equal opportunities due to stigma, fear of violence, and a lack of reasonable accommodations.

Update: The repatriation of Malawian nationals from South Africa continues as regional migration tensions hold steady. According to The Bulrushes, hundreds of Malawians are currently taking refuge at Sherwood Hall in Durban. The citizens have opted for voluntary repatriation and are awaiting transport back to Malawi due to active anti-immigrant sentiment in the host country.

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