Immigration in South Africa

As nationwide demonstrations against undocumented foreign nationals continue, the immigration debate has become one of South Africa’s most pressing and polarising issues. Questions remain regarding border security, law enforcement, unemployment, economic pressures and the country’s ability to manage migration within the framework of the law and human rights. African Centre for Migration and Society’s Prof. Jo Vearey and National CPF spokesperson Siyanda Biyela unpack the challenges, varying perspectives and the path forward. Follow us on our new Facebook page: https://tinyurl.com/2p9m6y52 #Newzroom405 Tune into Newzroom Afrika DStv channel 405 for more.

How's South Africa dealing with immigration? | Inside Story
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How's South Africa dealing with immigration? | Inside Story

Migrants given deadline to leave — now tensions in South Africa are escalating | DW News
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Migrants given deadline to leave — now tensions in South Africa are escalating | DW News

Economist assesses impact of anti-Illegal immigration protests
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Economist assesses impact of anti-Illegal immigration protests

SA anti-illegal immigration protests
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SA anti-illegal immigration protests

Cutting Edge | The 30 June Deadline
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Cutting Edge | The 30 June Deadline

ANC responds as anti-Illegal immigration protests continue
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ANC responds as anti-Illegal immigration protests continue

Afrophobia: South Africa's Migrant Crisis Explained | Exclusive Interview with Jacinta Ngobese-Zuma
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Afrophobia: South Africa's Migrant Crisis Explained | Exclusive Interview with Jacinta Ngobese-Zuma

June 30 | IMC on migration media briefing following 30 June protests
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June 30 | IMC on migration media briefing following 30 June protests

Why South Africa Is Angry | DOCUMENTARY
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Why South Africa Is Angry | DOCUMENTARY

South Africa’s Anti-Migrant Campaigns: What’s Really Driving Them?
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South Africa’s Anti-Migrant Campaigns: What’s Really Driving Them?

Civil groups react to SIU’s Home Affairs corruption findings
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Civil groups react to SIU’s Home Affairs corruption findings

Angry Protesters Shutdown SA Streets, Jacinta Ngobese CAUGHT LIVE!
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Angry Protesters Shutdown SA Streets, Jacinta Ngobese CAUGHT LIVE!

'We want a successful Africa' - Protests over illegal immigration around South Africa
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'We want a successful Africa' - Protests over illegal immigration around South Africa

Immigration Debate Intensifies as More Foreign Nationals Leave and Regional Leaders Weigh In
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Immigration Debate Intensifies as More Foreign Nationals Leave and Regional Leaders Weigh In

Anti-illlegal immigration protests across South Africa
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Anti-illlegal immigration protests across South Africa

Meet the man leading South Africa's anti-immigrant movement
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Meet the man leading South Africa's anti-immigrant movement

South Africa’s state institutions are critically hollowed out - Leon
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South Africa’s state institutions are critically hollowed out - Leon

Prostitute Gives Me a Tour of the Red Light District
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Prostitute Gives Me a Tour of the Red Light District

S.A Xenophobia:🤣March and March Leaders BEG for Calm After Government BIG WARNING. Ramaphosa f!res🔥
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S.A Xenophobia:🤣March and March Leaders BEG for Calm After Government BIG WARNING. Ramaphosa f!res🔥

30 JUNE MOMENTUM! Police Ordered to Intensify Immigration Enforcement Operations l June 29, 2026
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30 JUNE MOMENTUM! Police Ordered to Intensify Immigration Enforcement Operations l June 29, 2026