immigration

South African border post officers are central to systemic immigration corruption, according to public accounts, as scrutiny grows over repatriation operations and treatment of migrants.

A week-long police operation led to the arrest of nearly 3,000 foreign nationals and over 15,000 suspects, sparking debate as some communities disassociate from planned anti-immigration protests.

Migrants in South Africa are expressing fear ahead of planned anti-illegal immigration protests on June 30, a date dismissed by authorities as a normal business day. Police are mobilizing private security while groups prepare demonstrations.

Municipalities in KwaZulu-Natal and Gauteng struggle with service delivery amid a surge in undocumented migrants, while protests grow and unions link unrest to long-standing economic policies.

Ahead of planned anti-illegal immigration protests on June 30, South African authorities are urging peaceful demonstrations while accelerating repatriation efforts in Cape Town and KwaZulu-Natal. President Cyril Ramaphosa has warned against violence, emphasizing constitutional rights and responsibilities.

Johannesburg Metropolitan Police are preparing for potential disruptions as planned demonstrations against illegal immigration proceed in Soweto, despite no formal applications being filed.