While BMA focuses on border control, President Cyril Ramaphosa noted that the South African National Defence Force is country’s first line of defence at border posts.
JOHANNESBURG - Border management across South Africa’s 72 ports of entry is now under the sole command of the Border Management Authority .
Ramaphosa said while the BMA has sole command over the borders, various government departments retain their policy and legislative responsibilities when it comes to border control.ALSO READ: BMA commissioner wants to address the issue of SA's porous borders "The South African National Defence Force remains responsible for border protection and safeguarding. They remain responsible for securing the people of South Africa," said Ramaphosa.
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