South Africa arrests 217 suspected illegal miners in anti-crime operation
South African security forces on Tuesday arrested 217 people, most of them undocumented foreign nationals, during a major operation targeting illegal mining at a gold […]
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Thousands march across South Africa demanding deportation of undocumented migrants
Thousands of protesters took to the streets across South Africa on 30 June 2026, calling for the deportation of undocumented migrants and stricter immigration policies […]
SADC Reaffirms Support for Madagascar’s Return to Constitutional Rule
The Southern African Development Community (SADC) has renewed its commitment to helping Madagascar restore constitutional governance, with regional leaders meeting virtually on 29 June 2026 […]
Ramaphosa Cautions Anti-Migrant Protesters as South Africa Faces Rising Tensions Over Unofficial Deadline
South African President Cyril Ramaphosa has urged protesters to avoid intimidation and violence as anti-migrant demonstrations intensify ahead of an unofficial deadline for undocumented foreigners […]
South Africa: Ramaphosa Rejects Xenophobia, Warns Against Vigilante Action Over Illegal Immigration
President Cyril Ramaphosa has reiterated that enforcing immigration laws is the responsibility of the State, warning citizens against vigilantism and xenophobic actions. Responding to questions […]
Ramaphosa Calls on Faith Leaders to Help Calm Migration Tensions and Advance National Dialogue
On Wednesday, June 17, 2026, South African President Cyril Ramaphosa urged faith-based organizations to play a stronger role in addressing rising tensions over migration and […]
Ramaphosa outlines expanded youth employment drive ahead of Youth Day
South African President Cyril Ramaphosa has highlighted Government’s ongoing efforts to reduce youth unemployment through structural reforms, infrastructure investment, and large-scale job-creation initiatives ahead of […]
South Africa Repatriates 2,745 Undocumented Migrants in One Week Amid Immigration Crackdown
South Africa has repatriated 2,745 foreign nationals in the week following President Cyril Ramaphosa’s pledge to intensify efforts against illegal immigration, Home Affairs Minister Leon […]
South Africa Unveils Five-Point Strategy to Combat Illegal Immigration
South African President Cyril Ramaphosa has announced a comprehensive Government strategy to tackle illegal immigration, following Cabinet approval of a new migration management framework. Addressing […]
South Africa, Kenya Push for Stronger Economic Ties to Drive Africa’s Growth
South Africa and Kenya have pledged to deepen trade, investment and industrial cooperation, with Presidents Cyril Ramaphosa and William Ruto calling for greater economic integration […]