# South African clothing factories struggle as migrant workers flee

https://mins.news/en/video/15464

- Reuters, 2026-08-06 18:19 UTC
- Economy
- Original: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ob-BR3kVRPc

> Clothing factory owners in Newcastle, South Africa, say anti-immigrant protests have driven away migrant workers. The resulting shortage of skilled garment workers is making it difficult to fill open positions. Factory operators warn that the staffing crisis could put the survival of their businesses at risk.

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