Internal economic challenges in South Africa are fueling anger, not foreigners, according to Ahiagbah, a named official.
He stated that many Africans migrating to South Africa do so to contribute to the nation's economy.
These individuals often seek opportunities to work and build businesses.
The official suggested that attributing attacks to foreigners taking jobs misinterprets the situation.
The underlying issues driving unrest are most likely economic problems within South Africa itself.