As Deputy Minister of International Relations and Cooperation Thandi Moraka reaffirmed government’s commitment to lawful migration, stronger border management, and constitutional protections for all people living in South Africa, demonstrators converged on major cities on Tuesday as anti-illegal immigration groups intensify pressure on government to clamp down on undocumented foreign nationals.
Nationwide protests against undocumented immigration are unfolding across South Africa with demonstrations reported in Gauteng, KwaZulu-Natal, the Western Cape, and the Eastern Cape.
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Police and security forces have been deployed to maintain order, while organisers insist the marches are peaceful.
Police have identified Johannesburg CBD, Soweto, Durban, Cape Town, and Gqeberha as potential flashpoints. Road safety organisations have warned of traffic disruptions and possible closures.
Germiston CBD
President Cyril Ramaphosa has urged protesters to exercise their constitutional right peacefully, stressing that intimidation, vandalism, or violence will not be tolerated.
Leaders such as Jacinta Ngobese-Zuma argue the campaign is about enforcing immigration law, not xenophobia, and pledge to continue beyond June 30 if government demands are unmet.
Durban: King Dinizulu Park and surrounding areas
Johannesburg CBD
