Ramaphosa vows crackdown on illegal migration amid xenophobic protests

Author: Nkiruka NnoromPublished on: June 7, 2026Country: South Africa
PoliticsCrime & Law
Ramaphosa vows crackdown on illegal migration amid xenophobic protests

South African President Cyril Ramaphosa announced a series of measures to combat illegal migration, including border reinforcement, deportation of undocumented migrants, and stricter penalties for employers who hire them. The announcement follows weeks of xenophobic attacks and protests demanding migrants leave by June 30. Ramaphosa called for peace and unity while emphasizing that illegal migration threatens security and employment in South Africa.

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