Ramaphosa unveils five key actions to address growing frustration around illegal immigrants
Author: iol.co.zaPublished on: June 7, 2026Country: South Africa
PoliticsCrime & Law
President Cyril Ramaphosa announced on Sunday five actions to address illegal immigration, including a crackdown on violations of immigration, labour, and other laws. The announcement comes amid ongoing anti-immigrant protests led by the March and March group in parts of South Africa, such as the Western Cape, KwaZulu-Natal, and Gauteng. The group has demanded undocumented migrants leave by June 30, leading some foreign nationals to leave due to fear of violence. Ramaphosa said citizens' concerns are valid and that only authorized officials may demand proof of nationality.
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