President Cyril Ramaphosa has announced a raft of measures to curb illegal immigration, including tougher penalties and possible jail terms for employers who hire undocumented migrants.

The president reiterated that the enforcement of immigration laws remains the sole responsibility of the government and not private groups or vigilante organisations.

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Measures include relocating reception centres, establishing dedicated courts