Mozambique braced for exodus from South Africa

Mozambique declared a state of emergency yesterday to help citizens fleeing attacks against foreigners in South Africa, warning the “exodus will worsen” as thousands are still housed in makeshift camps awaiting transport back home.

Meanwhile, South African police reported more violence yesterday, with sporadic incidents reported across the country, including Cape Town and Durban, leaving scores homeless.

Cape Town police spokesman Billy Jones said about 400 people had sought shelter on a racetrack after 12 people were injured in overnight attacks on an informal settlement nearby.