The party said the arrest is a significant step in addressing illegal immigration and protecting local jobs.
JOHANNESBURG - ActionSA has welcomed the arrest of 268 illegal immigrants in Newcastle, in KwaZulu-Natal .
Authorities raided two textile warehouses on Gutenberg Street on Friday night, continuing their search into the early hours of Saturday morning.ActionSA led a protest in the same area earlier this year, demanding for inspection of factories in the area.“This marks a significant step toward addressing illegal immigration and the unlawful employment of undocumented foreigners, an issue we brought to light earlier this year.
The 268 illegal immigrants - whose ages range between 18 and 51 years old would be processed by the Home Affairs Department's immigration officers before appearing before the Newcastle Magistrates Court on Monday.
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