Some communities are calling for stricter immigration controls
From First Take SA by SAfm
May 4, 2026 · 5 min
About this episode
The episode discusses community calls for stricter immigration controls and the implications for law enforcement and human rights.
The Activists and Citizens Forum is calling on President Cyril Ramaphosa to urgently address what it describes as "porous borders" and a potentially life-threatening situation. This comes as some communities demand stricter immigration controls, including the closure of borders and the arrest of undocumented foreign nationals, raising serious questions about law enforcement, human rights, and social stability. Dennis Bloem is the Spokesperson for the Activists and Citizens Forum
People in this episode
Guest: Dennis Bloem
Topics covered
- immigration
- border control
- human rights
- law enforcement
- social stability
Keywords
- immigration controls
- Cyril Ramaphosa
- porous borders
- undocumented foreign nationals
- social stability
Mentioned in this episode
Organizations: Activists and Citizens Forum
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