72 Namibians to Return Home From South Africa Amid Anti-Immigrant Tensions
Seventy two Namibian citizens are expected to return home from South Africa after the Ministry of International Relations and Trade facilitated their voluntary repatriation from Cape Town.The returning citizens will enter Namibia through three border points Noordoewer, Ariamsvlei, and Oranjemund where they will be subjected to standard arrival procedures.
According to the Ministry, the repatriated Namibians will undergo immigration, health, customs, agriculture, and security checks before being permitted entry into the country.
The repatriation takes place amid growing anti-immigrant sentiments in parts of South Africa, where protests have targeted undocumented foreign nationals. Demonstrators have raised concerns over pressure on public services, employment opportunities, and crime, with foreign nationals often becoming the focus of these tensions.
The Ministry has not provided details on the circumstances of the 72 Namibians, including whether they were undocumented or voluntarily requested assistance to return home.
