The Consul-General of South Africa in Nigeria, Prof. Bobby Moroe, has disclosed that interest in visiting South Africa remains high among Nigerians, with visa applications almost doubling in recent months despite persistent reports of xenophobic violence. He stressed that the sharp rise in visa requests shows that many Nigerians still consider South Africa a top choice for travel and commerce. Moroe said: “I just want to give reassurance that South Africa is open for business, South Africa is open for tourism, and South Africa is open for any other form of visit. “But I can assure you and the listeners that it is safe to travel to South Africa. The Consul-General advised Nigerians intending to visit South Africa to ensure they get valid visas before leaving the country and to respect South Africa’s immigration laws throughout their stay.