Employers say many of the departing workers had valuable sewing skills that are hard to replace quickly, while locals are often unwilling to take the low-paying jobs.
Malawian migrants receive tea and a sandwich for breakfast at a temporary deportation centre, in Durban, South Africa, Friday, June 19, 2026.
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