The Border Management Authority (BMA) unveiled its festive season plan, spanning from December 2024 to January 2025, aimed at managing increased border activities.
South Africa faces complex border-related challenges, including illegal immigration, cross-border crimes, and smuggling of illicit goods.
Key interventions by the BMA this festive season include extending operating hours at major ports of entry over the festive season, deploying 69 additional personnel, and collaborating with Interpol and local law enforcement authorities.
BMA Commissioner, Dr Michael Masiapato, said the agency anticipates facilitating over six million people, a recovery to pre-COVID-19 pandemic levels.
“Our focus will be the delivery of integrated,…
