ANC Secretary General Fikile Mbalula advocated for deporting undocumented migrants during a November 6, 2025, radio interview, arguing such measures protect citizens and reduce crime. He cited Johannesburg neighborhoods like Hillbrow, where he claims undocumented individuals occupy buildings and engage in illegal activities. Mbalula insisted that no self-respecting nation tolerates such situations while supporting lawful immigration processes.
The comments emerged during a two-hour Power FM discussion addressing the ANC's challenges following its electoral decline to forty percent. Mbalula acknowledged party shortcomings, including corruption and poor discipline, but defended ongoing renewal efforts. He emphasized the importance of constitutional processes when addressing misconduct cases involving party officials.
Mbalula's remarks on migration align with growing public pressure for stricter border controls, yet risk accusations of xenophobia. His position comes amid court rulings restricting vigilante actions against foreign nationals and significant undocumented populations, straining public resources nationwide. The party leader maintained his stance, focusing on legal enforcement rather than targeting legitimate immigrants.
The comments emerged during a two-hour Power FM discussion addressing the ANC's challenges following its electoral decline to forty percent. Mbalula acknowledged party shortcomings, including corruption and poor discipline, but defended ongoing renewal efforts. He emphasized the importance of constitutional processes when addressing misconduct cases involving party officials.
Mbalula's remarks on migration align with growing public pressure for stricter border controls, yet risk accusations of xenophobia. His position comes amid court rulings restricting vigilante actions against foreign nationals and significant undocumented populations, straining public resources nationwide. The party leader maintained his stance, focusing on legal enforcement rather than targeting legitimate immigrants.
