Afrophobia and Recurring Bloodbath: Xenophobic Violence, African Solidarity and Roméo Katompa Incident

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Publication Date

10/11/2026

Volume / Issue

Vol 1, Issue 6 (2026)

Article No.

102

Journal

British Journal of Contemporary Research

DOI

https://doi.org/10.67693/BJCR-HH6GD5HA

Received

31 Oct 2026

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Abstract

This study examined Afrophobia and the Recurring Bloodbath: Xenophobic Violence, African Solidarity and the Roméo Katompa Incident. The study adopted a qualitative research using a case study approach, while content analysis served as the primary method of data analysis. Data were obtained from secondary sources, including peer-reviewed journal articles, official reports, government statements, reputable news publications and digital media content. The analysis was guided by Social Identity Theory and Framing Theory, while Braun and Clarke's thematic analysis framework was employed to identify recurring patterns within the data. The findings revealed that Afrophobic violence is driven by a combination of socio-economic inequality, unemployment, identity politics, weak migration governance, exclusionary nationalism and political rhetoric. The study further established that recurring attacks undermine Pan-Africanism, weaken African solidarity, damage interstate relations and threaten regional integration initiatives. In addition, media framing and political communication were found to significantly influence public understanding of migration, either reinforcing stereotypes or promoting empathy and continental unity. The study concludes that addressing Afrophobia requires comprehensive policy interventions that strengthen migration governance, encourage responsible political communication, promote ethical media practices and reinforce the principles of Pan-Africanism and peaceful coexistence. The study contributes to political communication scholarship by integrating migration, identity politics, media framing and African solidarity within a contemporary analytical framework.

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