The Contribution of a community-based organisation in challenging xenophobia through participation: a perspective from Site C, Khayelitsha

This article investigated the contribution of a community-based organisation; Site C, Action Committee Against Xenophobia in Khayelitsha, challenging prejudice against African migrants. The purpose study was to explore contributions Community-Based Organisation Khayelitsha fighting foreign nationals country. is vital as there paucity or absence information on host communities and protecting paper explains how SACAX mobilised community raised awareness towards 2010 World Cup. To understand this phenomenon, employed mixed-method research comprising both quantitative qualitative research. utilised in-depth interviews with six purposefully selected leaders 10 members. Interviews were conducted ward councilors development workers. Focus group discussions comprised surveying 100 participants. Qualitative data analysed using narrative thematic techniques, complemented by descriptive method. Also, factor analysis used analyse data. found that though xenophobia endemic country, are efforts some individuals combat it. reveals not all South Africans xenophobic. concludes through civic education nipped its bud. It recommends creation an integrated framework involving stakeholders involved refugee management extending campaign nationwide curb xenophobia. also future researchers investigate challenges local integration cities.