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Nationwide protests against illegal Immigration spread beyond Durban

Marches are scheduled in KwaZulu-Natal, Gauteng, the Eastern Cape, and the Free State, as tensions mount over the influx of undocumented foreign nationals in the country.

Daily News
LUNGANI ZUNGU|Published

Home Affairs launches high-tech border measures to curb R100bn illicit trade

Minister Leon Schreiber has deployed AI-powered drones and body-worn cameras at South Africa's borders ahead of Easter weekend, with early trials showing a 215% increase in preventing illegal crossings.

Cape Times News
Manyane Manyane|Published

Home Affairs launches high-tech border security measures to curb R100bn illicit trade

Minister Leon Schreiber has deployed AI-powered drones and body-worn cameras at South Africa's borders ahead of Easter weekend, with early trials showing a 215% increase in preventing illegal crossings.

News South Africa
Manyane Manyane|Published

From crisis to recovery: Lebombo port operations resume after Mozambique election unrest

Following months of disruption that cost South Africa R10 million daily, the Lebombo Port of Entry is fully operational again. This report examines how the resolution of Mozambique's post-election tensions has revitalized cross-border trade, offering critical relief to mining companies and logistics operators who had faced a 'bleak future' during the closures.

News South Africa
Karen Singh|Published

No manga-manga business! BMA says it is ready to clamp on illegal immigrants as travellers return to SA

Because of the Beitbridge port of entry’s large number of passengers and cargo, the border station has turned into a hub for illegal activity, such as the smuggling of illegal products.

News Politics
Kamogelo Moichela|Published

South Africa engages with Mozambique on Lebombo border challenges

The meeting exchanged views and agreed on measures to mitigate the disruption the ports of entry, particularly Lebombo and Ressano Garcia.

News Politics
Sinenhlanhla Masilela|Published