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Key FactsRamaphosa Rejects Deadline Amid Immigration Concerns

Jun 16, 2026 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: citizen.co.za

Ramaphosa stated that government interventions to manage undocumented migration have been broadly welcomed as effective.

He emphasized that addressing illegal immigration is a state responsibility and discouraged any vigilante actions by citizens.

The supposed June 30 deadline for undocumented migrants to leave is unnecessary as ongoing measures are already in place.

Thousands of Malawian migrants in KwaZulu-Natal await coordinated repatriation efforts amid concerns over growing numbers.

No South African must take any action against any person from any of our African sister countries.
— Ramaphosa spoke to the media on the sidelines of the June 16 Youth Day Commemoration at Nasrec, Soweto, urging that no one take action against people from other African countries.

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Key FactsUnified Approach to Migration and Peace in Africa

May 6, 2026 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: ewn.co.za

President Ramaphosa and President Chapo seek enhanced coordination to address mass migration challenges across Africa.

Both leaders reject claims of xenophobia in South Africa and emphasize constitutionally permissible peaceful protests.

Protests targeting undocumented foreigners and businesses reflect a broader global issue tied to migration pressures.

The presidents agree on the need for continent-wide efforts to resolve conflicts and governance problems driving migration.

The matter was discussed yesterday between President Chapo and President Ramaphosa and they both agreed that South Africa is not xenophobic. South Africans are not xenophobic.
— Vincent Magwenya, Presidency spokesperson, explained that the matter was discussed yesterday between Presidents Chapo and Ramaphosa and they agreed that South Africa is not xenophobic.

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