South Africa: Govt Calls Urgent Meeting on Anti-Immigrant Protests

The Justice, Crime Prevention and Security (JCPS) Ministers will on Monday convene an urgent meeting to discuss the rising protests on immigration and illegal foreigners in the… Read more »

Southern Africa: SADC Pushes for Regional Self-Reliance Amid Energy, Debt and Migration Pressures

Southern African Development Community (SADC) leaders have called for greater regional self-reliance, collective investment and deeper economic integration as the region confronts… Read more »

South Africa: Natjoints Launches Immigration Verification At Diakonia Centre

The National Joint Operational and Intelligence Structure (NATJOINTS) says it has commenced a targeted verification process of all foreign nationals currently gathered at the… Read more »

South Africa: Home Affairs Wins Constitutional Court Case Against Repeat Asylum Applications

The Department of Home Affairs has secured a significant victory against the abuse of the asylum system following a judgment handed down by the Constitutional Court in… Read more »

South Africa: 'No Place in South Africa for Xenophobia, Ethnic Mobilisation, Intolerance or Violence' - Ramaphosa

President Cyril Ramaphosa has used his weekly newsletter to call on South Africans to respect and uphold the laws of the country as government tackles the challenge of illegal… Read more »

South Africa: Cabinet Condemns Fake Videos of Attacks On Foreign Nationals Amid Protests

Cabinet has condemned the viral circulation of fake videos and images claiming to be of attacks on foreign nationals in South Africa. Read more »

South Africa: South Africans Are Not a Xenophobic People - Presidential Spokesperson

Presidential spokesperson Vincent Magwenya says President Cyril Ramaphosa expects law enforcement to take action against violent protesters, while emphasising that South Africans… Read more »

South Africa: Home Affairs Refutes Claims That Lesotho Nationals Can Enter South Africa Without Passports

The Department of Home Affairs has expressed concern over unfounded media reports and social media posts suggesting that nationals of Lesotho will no longer be required to present… Read more »

South Africa: BMA to Deal Decisively With Wrongdoers

Ahead of the Easter Holiday period, the Border Management Authority (BMA) has issued a stern warning to travellers and officials that any involvement in illegal activities will be… Read more »

South Africa: BMA Dismisses Over 50 Immigration Officers for Acts of Corruption

The Border Management Authority (BMA) has dismissed more than 50 immigration officials found to be involved in corrupt activities at ports of entry across the country. Read more »

South Africa: SIU Investigation Details Level of Exploitation of Immigration System

The Special Investigating Unit (SIU) has recommended that Home Affairs considers the vetting of all employees of the department as one of the range of measures to address… Read more »

South Africa: Measures to Protect South Africa's Borders

Government has announced additional measures to strengthen South Africa's borders to curb illegal immigration and to protect the country's security, stability and economic… Read more »

Africa: South Africa Defends Immigration Enforcement, Engages U.S. Over Data Allegations

South Africa has reaffirmed its commitment to enforcing its immigration laws and upholding national sovereignty, while indicating that allegations involving the private data of… Read more »

South Africa: Seven Kenyan Nationals Arrested for Working Illegally in South Africa

Seven Kenyan nationals were arrested for allegedly working at a centre, despite entering the country on a tourist visa. Read more »

South Africa: South Africa and Lesotho to Launch Joint Time Release Study Report

The Border Management Authority (BMA) Commissioner, Dr Michael Masiapato, will today join the Revenue Service Lesotho for the launch of Joint end-to-end Time Release Study report… Read more »

South Africa: BMA Nabs Nearly 10,000 Illegal Border Crossers in First Quarter

The Border Management Authority (BMA) intercepted and deported nearly 10 000 people attempting to cross the border illegally during the first quarter of the financial year. Read more »

South Africa: Home Affairs Extends Operating Hours

The Department of Home Affairs is extending operating hours at its offices from 7 - 21 July 2025. Read more »

South Africa: Forum Committed to Ending Corruption At Immigration, Border Management Systems

The Border Management and Immigration Anti-Corruption Forum (BMIACF) has reaffirmed its commitment to combating corruption within the country's immigration and border management… Read more »