JOHANNESBURG - The Border Management Authority has deported over 27,000 people who attempted to enter South Africa illegally during the festive season.
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Those on the Interpol red list are among people denied entry. The authority says it's concerned about bus companies that are transporting undocumented foreign nationals into the country.
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It's given an update on its operations during the holidays. eNCA reporter Hloni Mtimkulu has the details.
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