More than 250 undocumented immigrants arrested in Joburg
Traffic law enforcement officers also issued fines totalling R100 000 for various traffic offences committed during the operation.
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Crackdown on illegal migration intensifies with over 40,000 arrested since January
Government also confirmed that Ghana and Nigeria are working with South African authorities to facilitate the return of their citizens.
President Ramaphosa to address nation on illegal migration protests
The address comes amid growing public debate over immigration, service delivery challenges, crime concerns, and tensions in several communities where demonstrations have called for stronger action against undocumented foreign nationals.
South Africa moves closer to introducing digital IDs
Importantly, Home Affairs says the digital ID will have the same legal status as a physical ID card. However, South Africans will not be forced to switch to digital IDs and existing ID cards will remain valid.
300 Ghanaians Leave Mzansi as BMA Steps Up Repatriation Amid Rising Tensions
The operation took on added urgency against the backdrop of growing unease in several communities, where foreign nationals have been told to leave by 30 June.
Peaceful anti-illegal immigration marches sweep across Gauteng
Government has commended those who participated for exercising their constitutional right to protest in a peaceful and disciplined manner.
