South African Government

South Africa is advocating for Africa-wide migration discussions in response to internal violent protests and the Ceuta crisis, which have led to thousands of migrants departing the country.

South Africa's government has processed over 68,000 foreign nationals for repatriation since June as part of efforts to combat illegal immigration and cross-border crime. A special migration court is planned at OR Tambo International Airport to expedite immigration cases.

The South African government has warned the public against trusting or sharing unverified content related to migration. Misinformation, disinformation, and malinformation are highlighted as growing threats to social cohesion and informed public discourse.

The South African government has warned that attacks on members of the South African Police Service (SAPS) or other law enforcement agencies will be met with the full force of the law.

The South African government and the World Bank have signed a US$1.5 billion Development Policy Loan to support infrastructure reforms and boost inclusive economic growth.

A third Malawian national has died during a voluntary repatriation operation, prompting the South African government to express condolences and confirm adherence to legal and forensic procedures before resuming the journey.

The South African government condemned false information linking anti-irregular migration demonstrations to the fatal shooting of a Ghanaian national in the Western Cape. Minister Mmamoloko Kubayi rejected claims of a connection between the protests and the incident as 'factually incorrect'.

South Africans protested against African migrants in cities, prompting calls from an official for the government to protect Nigerians and others from xenophobia.

U.S. foreign aid cuts to South Africa's HIV programs under the Trump administration are causing concern among civil society groups, particularly impacting adolescent girls and women. The phased withdrawal of PEPFAR funding, which contributed 17% of South Africa’s HIV program budget, is linked to political disputes over Black Economic Empowerment policies, land expropriation laws, and accusations against Israel.

South Africa’s government is enforcing an immigration crackdown in Johannesburg’s inner city, revealing the reliance of small businesses on undocumented migrant labor.

The South African government has imposed a five-year travel ban on 268 Nigerians cleared for repatriation after declaring them illegal residents. The ban targets individuals who overstayed their legal status in South Africa.

Nigeria's Foreign Minister claims South Africa's assertion that xenophobic violence targets only illegal immigrants is false, and suggests Nigeria may retaliate against South Africa.

The South African government will establish an Intelligent Population Register containing biometric data for every person in the country and introduce new regulations to prevent the misuse of Traffic Registration Numbers (TRNs).

South African President Cyril Ramaphosa condemned recent xenophobic attacks against African migrants while defending his government's efforts to address irregular immigration. The statement highlights a dual focus on immigration control and rejecting violence against foreign nationals.

The South African government has adopted a Comprehensive Approach for Migration Management to strengthen border security, enforce immigration laws, tackle corruption, and close policy loopholes in response to illegal immigration.

The South African government is intensifying enforcement against employers hiring undocumented foreign nationals to protect labor standards, promote fair competition, and create opportunities for South Africans.

President Cyril Ramaphosa is expected to address the nation on the government's comprehensive strategy to manage migration as concerns over illegal immigration remain a dominant public issue.

A rights group is suing the South African government over US arms exports, challenging permits approved by the country's arms control body. The lawsuit cites compliance failures and oversight gaps in the approval process.

President Trump increased the U.S. refugee cap by 10,000, directing admissions to white Afrikaners in South Africa. He cited 'racially motivated violence' against the white minority, a claim the South African government has long denied.

South Africa is planning to increase steel duties to address an industry emergency. The move aims to stem the crisis in the steel industry. This decision may have significant implications for the industry and related businesses.

South African politician Julius Malema was sentenced to five years in prison for firing a gun. His legal team has announced plans to appeal the conviction.