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More than 53,000 immigrants have been deported or repatriated by South Africa in a crackdown

More than 53,000 immigrants have been deported or repatriated by South Africa in a crackdown

Summary

South Africa has sent more than 53,000 African immigrants back to their home countries in one month. Most of these immigrants, over 80%, are from Malawi. This action happened during protests against illegal migration.

Key Facts

  • Over 53,000 immigrants were deported or moved back voluntarily in South Africa within one month.
  • More than 80% of these immigrants are from Malawi.
  • South African authorities carried out this crackdown on illegal migration.
  • The crackdown took place alongside protests that were sometimes violent.
  • The officials did not specify how many were forced to leave versus those who left voluntarily.
  • The South African Justice Minister is Mmamoloko Kubayi.
  • The action targets illegal immigration into South Africa.
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