South African police stand guard on a city street amid preparations for protests against undocumented migrants.
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Police prepare for anti-immigrant marches amid repatriations

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South African police are on alert for planned demonstrations against undocumented migrants on 30 June. Officials reported the repatriation of 5,000 Malawian nationals and stressed that peaceful protests will be allowed but lawlessness will not be tolerated.

Acting Police Minister Firoz Cachalia met South African Police Service management in Pretoria on 20 June. He said the force is prepared for the marches while weekly operations continue to check the legal status of foreign nationals.

Cachalia stated that the right to peaceful protest will be respected but acts of violence or intimidation will not be tolerated. Acting National Police Commissioner Puleng Dimpane echoed this, saying police will enforce the law if it is broken.

Justice Minister Mmamoloko Kubayi confirmed that 5,000 undocumented Malawians have been repatriated. A new temporary processing site was opened in Durban to handle the returns.

The March and March group held a protest in Cape Town on 20 June with around 60 participants. A smaller march took place in Sea Point on 16 June.

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Initial reactions on X show mixed sentiments around the upcoming June 30 protests and Malawian repatriations. Some users express skepticism about government efforts, claiming police deployment protects undocumented migrants and may lead to unrest. Others criticize perceived double standards in policing, noting incidents involving migrants stoning officers. Skeptical posts question the authenticity of deportations and allege strategic protests by migrants to delay enforcement. Neutral to supportive views highlight concerns over crime and services, rejecting xenophobia labels while calling for peaceful marches. Overall, discussions focus on enforcement fairness amid rising tensions.

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South African officials enforcing immigration at a border checkpoint with protesters in the background
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The Inter-Ministerial Committee on Migration held a briefing on 14 June detailing enforcement actions following President Cyril Ramaphosa’s five-point plan on illegal immigration. Over 2,745 foreign nationals have been repatriated so far. The government warned against vigilantism as anti-migrant groups set a 30 June deadline for undocumented migrants to leave.

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President Cyril Ramaphosa outlined a five-part plan to address illegal immigration in a televised address on 7 June, while condemning xenophobic groups. Protests continue across South Africa, with repatriations of Malawian nationals underway from KwaZulu-Natal.

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The anti-foreigner group March and March held demonstrations in Tshwane and Johannesburg on Tuesday and Wednesday, demanding action against illegal immigrants ahead of local government elections. Leader Jacinta Ngobese-Zuma called for stricter immigration controls, while ActionSA's Herman Mashaba voiced support. Gauteng Premier Panyaza Lesufi received a memorandum and was given seven days to respond.

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