Academic Xenophobia: African Scholars in South African Universities

Bys: Simba, Precious, Walters, Cyrill, Jansen, Jonathan D.

This book explores the layered experiences of Black African faculty members at the 26 public universities in South Africa. Through rich narrative case studies and detailed policy analysis, the authors examine the manifestations of xenophobia within the academic context, including its impact on individuals, institutions, and policies. The book will be valuable to scholars, policymakers, and practitioners interested in understanding the evolving landscape of xenophobia, tertiary education, and immigration in South Africa.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 3031788117
• ISBN13: 9783031788116
• Release Date: January 2026
• Publisher: Palgrave MacMillan
• Length: 233 Pages