The debate over illegal immigration in South Africa often focuses on the poor while ignoring the middle class's role in sustaining undocumented labour. The burden of strained public services falls largely on low-income communities, yet many employers continue to exploit undocumented workers before shifting blame onto government. Until those who profit from illegal labour are held accountable, the conversation will remain incomplete.

Amid ongoing anti-undocumented migrant protests in South Africa, labour organisations allege that employers are exploiting the climate to unlawfully dismiss migrant workers.

The debate over illegal immigration in South Africa often focuses on the poor while ignoring the middle class's role in sustaining undocumented labour. The burden of strained…

As South Africa grapples with a growing immigration crisis, civic organisations step in where the government falls short, igniting tensions that ripple across the continent.