By Akani Nkuna
The South African government has committed R12.5 billion to redesign and redevelop six of the country’s busiest land ports of entry, in a major push to strengthen border security, improve compliance and curb the illicit movement of goods and people.
Home Affairs Minister Leon Schreiber announced the project on Tuesday, describing it as the largest single infrastructure investment in border management.
The initiative aims to modernise South Africa’s immigration and border systems to meet growing security and trade demands.
The six targeted ports — Lebombo, Beitbridge, Oshoek, Kopfontein, Maseru Bridge and Ficksburg — handle about 80% of cross-border trade and passenger traffic.
Speaking at a media briefing in Hatfield, Pretoria, Schreiber said their efficiency and security are critical to both economic growth and national stability.
“Their performance has a direct impact on economic growth, revenue collection and national security. For many years, these high-volume corridors have been
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