South African president promises to better control irregular immigration

Author: AfricaNewsPublished on: June 8, 2026Country: South Africa
Politics
South African president promises to better control irregular immigration

South African President Cyril Ramaphosa promised on Sunday to take measures to address growing concerns over illegal immigration, amid rising anti-immigrant protests and accusations of xenophobic violence. Hostile groups have set a June 30 ultimatum for irregular foreigners to leave the country and demand talks with the government. South Africa has seen similar violence in the past.

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