First published Oct 26, 2026, 7:37:15 PM UTC · Last updated Oct 26, 2026, 7:37:15 PM UTC

Government steps up engagement on illegal migration

The South African government says it will work with the Zulu royal delegation and civil society groups on illegal migration, hijacked state-owned buildings, and immigration-law enforcement. The engagement followed marches to Home Affairs offices and a meeting in Pretoria.

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Affected location: Pretoria

Illustrative image: 16/02/2024. Calais, France. Minister for Illegal Migration Michael Tomlinson visits France to meet French partners leading the response to small boats in northern France. Picture by Ravi Soodi / Home Office. — UK Home Office/Wikimedia Commons, CC BY 2.0

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