None of the 268 Nigerians being repatriated are in SA legally, says home affairs
South African authorities have begun repatriating 268 undocumented Nigerian nationals following a deadline set by anti-immigration groups. Meanwhile, displaced Malawian nationals in Durban are also seeking assistance to return home after facing threats and displacement.
Why it matters
This highlights rising tensions regarding undocumented migration and xenophobia in South Africa, reflecting broader regional challenges in managing migration flows.
None of the 268 Nigerian nationals who arrived at OR Tambo International Airport in Johannesburg for repatriation on Wednesday are in South Africa legally.
The article reports on government actions and the plight of migrants without taking a clear editorial stance on the immigration policy itself.
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