​“They Support Us From Nigeria and Ghana” Nkosi Zulu Exposes Hidden Backing for Marches

Nkosi Zulu has said the March and March movement enjoys support both in South Africa and from people in countries such as Nigeria, Ghana, Zimbabwe and Mozambique. He added that more people would join the marches on the ground if the movement was not seen as being centred around Zulu people.

Speaking in an interview with Durban Network, Nkosi Zulu explained that the campaign against illegal immigration has backing from local residents as well as from nationals of neighbouring African countries. He pointed out, however, that the strong presence of Zulu people in the marches has created a perception that the movement is mainly for one group. Because of this, some supporters choose to stay away from physical demonstrations even though they agree with the cause.

March and March is a civic movement that has been active mainly in Durban and other parts of the country. It focuses on issues of illegal immigration, calling for better border control and for undocumented foreign nationals to leave the country. The group has organised several marches through the Durban CBD, often joined by traditional Zulu regiments known as amabutho. These marches have drawn attention because of their size and the participation of people in traditional attire.

Nkosi Zulu’s comments come at a time when the movement continues to push for government action on immigration. Leaders of March and March have previously said they want stronger enforcement of laws and more resources for border management. They have also criticised what they see as a lack of response from authorities to their demands.

According to Nkosi Zulu, the support from countries like Nigeria, Ghana, Zimbabwe and Mozambique shows that the concerns about illegal immigration are shared beyond South Africa’s borders. At the same time, he believes the movement could grow larger if it is viewed as a broader South African issue rather than one associated mainly with Zulu people. He suggested that changing this perception could encourage more people from different communities to take part in the street actions.

The interview highlights the ethnic dynamics that sometimes surround protests in KwaZulu-Natal. While many participants join under the banner of protecting local jobs and services, the visible role of Zulu traditional structures has led some observers to question whether the movement speaks for all South Africans or mainly for one ethnic group. Nkosi Zulu’s remarks suggest that the organisers themselves recognise this challenge and see it as a barrier to wider participation.

As March and March continues its activities in Durban, the question of how the movement is perceived will likely remain important. Nkosi Zulu’s statement indicates that support exists beyond Zulu communities, but turning that support into larger physical turnout depends on addressing the view that the campaign is centred on one group.

Source: https://x.com/Durbannetwork/status/2114730724133654564

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