refugee law south africalatest news & developments
The Bill aims to consolidate border procedures between South Africa and its neighbours at land ports of entry and is seen as a tool to improve efficiency and unlock regional economic integration.

Border reform Bill welcomed, but rights concerns dominate public submissions

Organisations such as the South African Bishops’ Conference, Lawyers for Human Rights and Cosatu have urged revisions to protect human rights, combat corruption and clarify legal authority in joint control zones

  • Des Erasmus
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