Government tightens its grip on refugees and asylum seekers
Tough new regulations will constrain their movements and include a ban on them getting involved in any political issues
03 January 2020 - 18:29
Minister of home affairs Aaron Motsoaledi has gazetted tough new regulations to control the movements and activities of refugees and asylum seekers, including a ban on political activity and immediate detention on grounds of national security.
The regulations under the Refugees Act, which took effect from January 1, stipulate that “no refugee or asylum seeker may participate in any political activity or campaign in furtherance of any political party or political interests in the Republic”...
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