undocumented migrants

Undocumented migrants, in the context of recent news, primarily refers to foreign nationals residing in South Africa without legal documentation. These individuals are often from neighboring African countries. They have become a focal point of current events due to a surge in anti-immigration sentiment and protests in South Africa. Recent developments include violent incidents, such as the killing of Mozambican men, which the Mozambique government attributes to xenophobic attacks, claiming hundreds of its citizens were victims. This has led to significant numbers of Mozambicans and Ghanaians returning to their home countries. The situation highlights the current relevance of undocumented migration as a driver of social unrest and international concern, with calls for tighter border controls and the expulsion of those perceived as undocumented migrants fueling these tensions.