South African group March and March has called for a National Day of Action on September 30, focusing on undocumented migration and related issues. According to IOL, the government has not responded to questions about the policing resources and deportation costs required to manage the planned demonstrations. The planned protests have renewed public debate over migration policy and the financial burden of enforcement and crowd management on state resources.
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South Africa's government has declined to disclose the anticipated cost of policing and immigration enforcement around protests planned for 30 September, according to IOL. The silence follows June's mobilisation, which reportedly cost law-enforcement agencies hundreds of millions of rand. Authorities have not provided a figure for the upcoming demonstrations, which are linked to migration-related grievances.
IOL·September 9, 2026 at 5:00 AMThe anti-migrant group March and March has clarified that its upcoming demonstrations on June 30 are intended as protests and not a shutdown. The group has stated it will not be held accountable for any unrest that may arise in connection with the protests.
IOL·June 25, 2026 at 3:50 AMThe March and March movement has reiterated its demand for illegal immigrants in South Africa to self-deport by June 30, 2026. This call reflects the group's ongoing stance regarding immigration issues in the country.
IOL·June 25, 2026 at 4:00 AM
Tebogo Khaas argues that the upcoming protests on June 30 are driven by broader issues beyond immigration policy. He emphasizes that citizens are frustrated with the selective enforcement of laws, where some forms of lawlessness are tolerated while others face severe state response, highlighting a perceived inconsistency in governance.
Sowetan·June 25, 2026 at 6:37 AM
Jacinta Ngobese-Zuma, leader of the March and March movement, has stated that the nationwide demonstrations scheduled for June 30 will be peaceful. She has dismissed allegations that the movement is encouraging vigilantism or violence against foreigners.
TimesLIVE Politics·June 24, 2026 at 2:02 PM
Twenty-seven groups are organizing marches on June 30 to protest against illegal immigration, urging the government to reconsider its priorities. They express confidence that solutions can be found through dialogue and cooperation with the government, emphasizing the need for mutual understanding.
The Citizen (ZA)·June 24, 2026 at 11:51 AM