9/11 Legacy and Xenophobia Threaten Global Security

The article reflects on the September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks, where 19 al-Qaeda terrorists hijacked four commercial airlines, resulting in 2,977 deaths. It emphasizes the resilience of the American spirit despite the tragedy.

The piece also connects this event to recent xenophobic violence in South Africa, particularly the June 30, 2026, deadline set by xenophobic proponents for foreigners to leave the country. This has led to violence against African migrants, including Nigerians, prompting Nigerian parliamentarians to suspend their mission to South Africa.

The article warns that both the legacy of 9/11 and the ongoing xenophobia could undermine international security, as seen in the U.S. invasions of Afghanistan and Iraq following the attacks. It raises concerns about the future of African migrants in South Africa, with a new deadline of September 30, 2026, looming.