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The South African
5 days ago
- The South African
Factory with 300 Illegal foreigners busted [video]
South African Police Service (SAPS), accompanied by KwaZulu-Natal Premier Thamsanqa Ntuli, raided a textile factory in Stanger on Thursday after discovering it was employing over 300 undocumented foreign nationals. The operation formed part of a broader crackdown on illegal immigration and non-compliant businesses. SABC News reported that law enforcement arrived at the factory and found the gates locked. Officers used ladders to scale the walls and gain access to the premises. Inside, they found hundreds of undocumented workers. Read the full version of the ' WATCH: SAPS raid KZN factory employing over 300 illegal foreigners' article. Some of the workers attempted to flee into nearby bushes, but police arrested them. The Department of Home Affairs was on-site to begin processing those detained to determine their immigration status. According to SABC News, KwaZulu-Natal Premier Thami Ntuli said authorities would deport all foreign nationals found to be in the country illegally. Looking for quick updates? Watch News in a Minute videos on The South African's YouTube page for all the key stories you need to know! Catch all the latest videos on news, lifestyle, travel, sports and more – there's always something to watch! Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and BlueSky to stay connected and get your news on the go!
The South African
5 days ago
- The South African
Watch: SAPS raiding factory employing over 300 illegal foreigners
KwaZulu-Natal Premier Thamsanqa Ntuli and the South African Police Service (SAPS) raided a textile factory in Stanger after discovering it was employing over 300 undocumented foreign nationals. The operation formed part of a broader crackdown on illegal immigration and non-compliant businesses. SABC News reported that law enforcement arrived at the factory and found the gates locked. Officers used ladders to scale the walls and gain access to the premises. Inside, they found hundreds of undocumented workers. Some of the workers attempted to flee into nearby bushes, but police arrested them. The Department of Home Affairs was on-site to begin processing those detained to determine their immigration status. According to SABC News, KwaZulu-Natal Premier Thami Ntuli said authorities would deport all foreign nationals found to be in the country illegally. 'Once Home Affairs confirms their immigration status, the police will assist in deporting those without legal documentation,' Ntuli said. Ntuli noted that Home Affairs had already secured buses for deportation following earlier raids. He also confirmed that police arrested the factory owners for employing undocumented workers. Let us know by leaving a comment below, or send a WhatsApp to 060 011 021 1 Subscribe to The South African website's newsletters and follow us on WhatsApp, Facebook, X and Bluesky for the latest news.
IOL News
7 days ago
- Health
- IOL News
'We must fight on': Premier Ntuli rallies KZN after R1. 5bn US aid cut disrupts health services in province
KwaZulu-Natal Premier Thamsanqa Ntuli calls for unity and strategic action as KwaZulu-Natal confronts the impact of USAID PEPFAR funding cuts, urging stakeholders to stay committed to HIV, TB, and STI goal. KwaZulu-Natal Premier Thami Ntuli has called for unity, transparency, and resourceful action in the province's fight against HIV, TB, and STIs, following a major setback in international funding and amid broader financial strain on South Africa's public health sector. Addressing the members of the Provincial Council on AIDS (PCA) in Mayville, Ntuli expressed deep concern over the recent cancellation of R1.5 billion in USAID PEPFAR funding by the United States government, a decision that has disrupted critical services and resulted in over 5,000 job losses. 'This sudden withdrawal has disrupted the lives of thousands and set back our long-term plans,' Ntuli said. 'While we respect the sovereignty of nations, we hope President Ramaphosa's current visit to the United States will reopen negotiations and possibly reinstate the funding.' Ntuli urged all sectors to adapt to the current fiscal constraints and highlighted the importance of aligning programmes with the available resources.
IOL News
25-05-2025
- Politics
- IOL News
Africa Day: KZN Premier Ntuli calls for legal migration and stronger family structures
KwaZulu-Natal Premier Thamsanqa Ntuli led the province's Africa Day celebration held under the theme 'Building the Africa We Want Through Solidarity, Equality and Sustainability'. Image: Supplied KwaZulu-Natal Premier Thamsanqa Ntuli did not shy away from addressing issues related to illegal migration, the family structure and gender-based violence during the province's Africa Day celebration on Sunday. Ntuli led the celebration held under the theme 'Building the Africa We Want Through Solidarity, Equality and Sustainability'. Africa Day marks the establishment of the Organisation of African Unity, now the African Union, in 1963. During his speech, Ntuli reflected on the history of Zulu kings and the significance of hosting the celebration at the Prince Mangosuthu Regional Stadium in northern KZN. Video Player is loading. Play Video Play Unmute Current Time 0:00 / Duration -:- Loaded : 0% Stream Type LIVE Seek to live, currently behind live LIVE Remaining Time - 0:00 This is a modal window. Beginning of dialog window. Escape will cancel and close the window. Text Color White Black Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Opaque Semi-Transparent Background Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Opaque Semi-Transparent Transparent Window Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Transparent Semi-Transparent Opaque Font Size 50% 75% 100% 125% 150% 175% 200% 300% 400% Text Edge Style None Raised Depressed Uniform Dropshadow Font Family Proportional Sans-Serif Monospace Sans-Serif Proportional Serif Monospace Serif Casual Script Small Caps Reset restore all settings to the default values Done Close Modal Dialog End of dialog window. Advertisement Next Stay Close ✕ He said Africa Day was a dream for a free Africa, economically and politically. 'This was the dream of leaders and millions of Africans,' Ntuli said. He asked if Africans are free, with wars on the continent creating refugees in different countries. Illegal migration 'We welcome in KwaZulu-Natal and our country, our brothers and sisters coming from African countries. However, we wish to emphasise that it is important that they register when they leave their countries, that they're coming into this country. Their arrival here must be legal, so that their living here will be legal. So that all the activities they will subject themselves to, there will be an assurance that they are legal,' Ntuli said. 'When we say those who do not have permits must go back and get permits, we're not saying KZN is not giving a positive reception to our brothers and sisters from Africa, but we want them to be here legally. 'We believe those who can cross crocodile-infested waters, who can cross soldier-manned borders, are criminals. That alone shows disrespect and disobedience to the laws of the country,' Ntuli continued. 'Those who do not enter through the gate are taking away job opportunities from local people. As a country and province, we must protect the local economy. Some people are indulging in the practices of employers who exploit foreigners because they need them or because they are poor. We also don't want that. That's why we say that they should enter through the gate so people will be protected from exploitation by the employers.' Ntuli acknowledged that a mistake was made in not using history to develop the country's economy. Family structures and gender-based violence Ntuli said the family structure is important as a pillar for African people. Speaking on gender-based violence, Ntuli said there is increasing evidence that the breakdown of the family structure has negative consequences for children and society in general. 'I don't know where such anger stems from, when you look at how women are killed, like slitting her throat,' Ntuli said. 'I emphasise that no woman who is beaten or abused should remain silent.' Africa Day 'On this Africa Day, let's review the family structure because it will build people who will be able to live together with other people, not the animals we encounter every day at intersections, schools and in the community,' Ntuli said. 'It is also crucial to focus on building a local economy.'
The Citizen
22-05-2025
- The Citizen
Escaped suspect linked to rapes at KZN school caught again
A 28-year-old man linked to multiple rapes at Bizimali High School was rearrested after escaping police custody. The man accused of raping pupils at Bizimali High School has been rearrested after fleeing police custody. Picture: Supplied The suspect linked to about five rape cases at Bizimali High School in KwaZulu-Natal was rearrested on Thursday after escaping police custody earlier this week. The 28-year-old man allegedly targeted about five pupils who live at the cottages of the school in Nkandla. Recently, pupils from the school reportedly staged a picket in the area, demanding the suspect's arrest. Bizimali High School rape suspect rearrested The police in Mariannhill arrested him on Monday morning, but the suspect escaped from police custody later in the day. KwaZulu-Natal Premier Thamsanqa Ntuli condemned the alleged rape incident and called for the immediate arrest of the suspect after he escaped. Ntuli urged the local community and the South African Police Service (Saps) to collaborate and share any information that would help find and capture the suspect. 'This shocking act has no place in our schools or in our society. We appeal to anyone with knowledge of the suspect's whereabouts to urgently contact the nearest police station,' the premier said in a statement on Monday. 'Silence protects perpetrators – we must all take a stand against violence.' ALSO READ: Man arrested for using fake Facebook profile to lure, kidnap, and rape women Premier Ntuli reaffirmed the provincial government's commitment to protecting all citizens, especially women and children. He urged communities to report all instances of gender-based violence (GBV). The police launched a manhunt and the suspect was found at a hostel in Umbilo on Thursday morning. Police spokesperson Colonel Robert Netshiunda said the suspect will appear in the Pinetown Magistrate's Court on Thursday. He faces a charge of escaping from lawful custody. Authorities will transfer him to Ekhombe, where he will face multiple rape charges. MEC visits school on Thursday On Thursday, KwaZulu-Natal MEC for Education Sipho Hlomuka visited Bizimali High School to offer support. 'The MEC is saddened by the uncanny series of events whereby learners of Bizimali allege to have been sexually assaulted by a community member,' the KwaZulu-Natal education department said. ALSO READ: Distraught mother calls for action after daughter (6) allegedly raped on KZN school premises The school principal, Philani Dumakude, the rapes unsettled the entire community surrounding Bizimali. Gugu Madlala, the chief director for social enrichment, said psychosocial assistance will be provided to Bizimali High School pupils by both the head office and the district office. 'We have our sister departments who we will partner with to provide psychological support to all our learners. The Department of Social Development and other private entities are all available to offer support to this school,' Madlala said. MEC for Education's Bizimali High School Visit WATCH | Chief Director for Social Enrichment, Ms. Gugu Madlala, outlined the Department's intervention programme into the incident of rape allegations at Bizimali High School. Venue: Bizimali High School Date: 22 May 2025 — KZN Education (@DBE_KZN) May 22, 2025 NOW READ: Man's appeal to overturn life sentence for raping his 7-year-old step-granddaughter denied
