Border Upgrades and Immigration Enforcement | Johannesburg News

The government is rolling out a major border overhaul with new funding to upgrade fences, roads, and patrol infrastructure from 2026 to 2030, aiming to stop smugglers and illegal entry. A parallel public-private program is set to finish soon, modernizing ports of entry for smoother travel and cargo processing. Driven by public pressure and protests, authorities are tightening immigration controls while condemning vigilante actions. Over 86,000 foreign nationals were deported or repatriated between June and August, mostly from Malawi, Zimbabwe, and Mozambique — with a Musina processing center now closed. Meanwhile, a national emergency housing fund is being planned to help municipalities handle unsafe buildings, as justice officials prepare to prioritize related legal cases. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/e0390c892b13aa5a