AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoSouth Africa Migration Crackdown: South Africa’s inter-ministerial committee says it has processed 53,449 foreign nationals for deportation and repatriation as it implements President Ramaphosa’s five-point migration plan, while also signaling a phased scaling down of costly enforcement after numbers fell from a July 5 peak. Border Corruption Probe: In a related push on integrity, a Border Management Authority officer was arrested over an alleged R600 bribe to unlawfully stamp a Lesotho passport at the Maseru Port of Entry. Anti-Migrant Protests Backlash: Economists warn that escalating anti-migrant protests and fears of violence are driving migrants to leave, risking labour shortages in sectors that rely on foreign workers. Lesotho Energy Push: In Maseru-linked developments, Lesotho says it will pursue universal electricity access by 2030 as Phase II of the China-backed Ha-Ramarothole Solar Project breaks ground, lifting capacity to 80MW. Lesotho Policy Consultations: Lesotho’s Finance ministry is collecting public input on a Motor Vehicle Accident Fund policy (2026–2031), including calls to ensure accident victims—including foreign nationals—are covered. Regional Crime Spillover: South Africa also reported major illegal mining raids and court appearances tied to arrests that included Lesotho nationals.
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