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Minister of Home Affairs, Leon Schreiber tightening the regulations against hiring foreigners at restaurants
(The Post News)- Home Affairs Minister Leon Schreiber has announced that the department will significantly increase inspections at various businesses, including restaurants, spaza shops, farms, and mines, by over 50% in the coming year.
This intensified effort aims to take decisive action against individuals who are employed illegally.
The initiative to crack down on illegal employment was initially launched by Schreiber’s predecessor, Aaron Motsoaledi, who advocated for stricter penalties against employers who knowingly hire undocumented foreign nationals.
The enhanced inspections will focus on identifying and addressing such instances, with consequences including deportations for those found to be in violation.
The minister got support from a few political parties, including the Inkatha Freedom Party’s Liezl van der Merwe.
“We need to reserve the spaza shop industry for South Africans, as well as the low-skilled job sector,” she said.
During Xpatweb’s global mobility conference in Johannesburg, Home Affairs Deputy Director Ben Makhalemele outlined his department’s clear mandate for addressing immigration in South Africa.
The department’s key objectives include managing the secure movement of people through ports of entry, providing necessary documents to foreign visitors, enforcing immigration legislation, and regulating refugee affairs.
Additionally, they aim to promote a positive skill migration trend in the country.
Makhalemele acknowledged that his department is fully aware of the large number of foreigners residing in South Africa without proper documentation, either with fraudulent paperwork or no legal status whatsoever.
He emphasised the need for effective action to address this issue.
South Africa must intensify its efforts to combat illegal immigration, not only to protect national security but also to promote economic growth.
This is crucial for the country’s prosperity and stability.
“If we fail to control our borders and maintain internal security, it will deter visitors and investors, ultimately harming our economy. Therefore, we need a comprehensive and collaborative approach to address this issue, working together to find sustainable solutions and ensure the country’s security and prosperity,” said Schreiber.
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