President Cyril Ramaphosa says the government will strengthen border controls, crack down on corruption and introduce new legislation as part of efforts to manage illegal immigration.
President Cyril Ramaphosa has said that while some people associate illegal immigration with crime, the vast majority of foreign nationals in South Africa are not involved in criminal activity.
In his weekly newsletter on Monday, following a national address on Sunday outlining government plans to address illegal immigration, Ramaphosa acknowledged growing public concern about border security and enforcement.
“In recent months, many South Africans have raised concern about illegal immigration, asking whether our borders are secure and our laws are being enforced,” he said.
He added that the government was responding to those concerns through a “comprehensive approach for migration management” adopted by the Cabinet, which includes tighter enforcement and legal reforms.
