{"id":94821,"date":"2026-01-02T18:36:56","date_gmt":"2026-01-02T18:36:56","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.africa-press.net\/south-africa\/all-news\/bma-highlights-cooperation-to-curb-illegal-migration"},"modified":"2026-01-02T18:40:33","modified_gmt":"2026-01-02T18:40:33","slug":"bma-highlights-cooperation-to-curb-illegal-migration","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.africa-press.net\/south-africa\/all-news\/bma-highlights-cooperation-to-curb-illegal-migration","title":{"rendered":"BMA Highlights Cooperation to Curb Illegal Migration"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"color: #ff6600\"><strong>Africa-Press &#8211; South-Africa. <\/strong><\/span>The Border Management Authority (BMA) said closer cooperation with neighbouring countries is key to tackling illegal migration as thousands of travellers return to South Africa after the holidays.<\/p>\n<p>South Africa\u2019s ports of entry are expected to come under increased pressure this weekend as thousands of migrants return to the country.<\/p>\n<p>The BMA has also had to deal with migrants attempting to enter South Africa illegally.<\/p>\n<p>More than 1,000 women, men and children were intercepted last week while trying to evade law enforcement.<\/p>\n<p>Speaking at the Beitbridge Border Post, Commissioner Dr Michael Masiapato said establishing a &#8220;one-stop&#8221; border post between South Africa and neighbouring countries would help reduce illegal migration.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cThe negotiations are under way as far as partnerships are concerned. On that basis, we can confirm that during the current year, 2026, we are going to see this work gaining traction. You will remember that the implementation of the one-stop border post is dependent on infrastructure on the Zimbabwean side. They are already ready on their side; it is us they are waiting for. The one stop border post bill has already passed the National Assembly.\u201d<\/p>\n<p><strong>For More News And Analysis About <span style=\"color: #ff6600\">South-Africa<\/span> Follow <span style=\"color: #ff6600\">Africa-Press<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Africa-Press &#8211; South-Africa. The Border Management Authority (BMA) said closer cooperation with neighbouring countries is key to tackling illegal migration as thousands of travellers return to South Africa after the holidays. South Africa\u2019s ports of entry are expected to come under increased pressure this weekend as thousands of migrants return to the country. 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