Nigerian comedian and actor, Bright Okpocha popularly known as Basketmouth has cancelled his appearance to the Comic Choice awards in South Africa.

He is angry about South Africans attacking other Africans living in the country.

Since Monday, mobs have been looting shops and torching trucks driven by foreigners in various parts of South Africa.

Basketmouth shared this on his IG page.

#Xenophobia: Basketmouth cancels his appearance at the Comic Choice Awards in South Africa this weekend

The Nigerian government has also boycotted the World Economic Forum meeting in Cape Town.

Vice-president Yemi Osinbajo was originally expected to attend the regional meeting between business leaders and governments.

The country has issued a travel warning to its citizens.

Source: Lindaikeji