Over 80,000 Zimbabwean citizens repatriated from South Africa
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More than 80,000 people have been processed through the Beitbridge border post as part of a government repatriation program for Zimbabwean nationals returning from South Africa. The exercise, which started in May, has facilitated the return of 67,261 Zimbabwean nationals, with 54,630 self-repatriating and 14,598 receiving government assistance. Additionally, the border post has processed 14,598 Malawian nationals and 67 Zambian citizens. Matabeleland South minister of State for Provincial Affairs and Devolution, Albert Nguluvhe, stated that the government has mobilized resources to ensure the program continues smoothly. Regional immigration officer Joshua Chibundu confirmed the effective functioning of all systems for the repatriation program, which aims to ensure returning citizens are received safely and in an organized manner.
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