SA’s asylum seeker policy remains under scrutiny following the Constitutional Court ruling on asylum applications, the government’s decision to withdraw the directive, and violent protests in parts of the country.
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SA’s asylum seeker policy remains under scrutiny following the Constitutional Court ruling on asylum applications, the government’s decision to withdraw the directive, and violent protests in parts of the country. The debate has reignited questions about immigration control, constitutional obligations and pressure on public services. How does South Africa balance protecting its borders with upholding the rights of asylum seekers, while addressing growing public frustration? Guest: Dr Phiwokuhle Mnyandu, Founder and President of AfriAsia Group, a geostrategic advisory firm based in Washington
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