55 undocumented foreign nationals apprehended in Mthatha.

Fifty-five undocumented foreign nationals were apprehended in Mthatha during a multi-agency operation conducted as part of Trafficking Week.

The operation involved the Eastern Cape Missing Persons and Trafficking Unit, immigration officials, the South African Police Service, the National Prosecuting Authority, the Hawks and other organisations.

The operation formed part of efforts to raise awareness about human trafficking, identify potential victims and strengthen efforts to combat trafficking within communities.

Authorities apprehended the 55 foreign nationals during the operation after they were allegedly found to be undocumented.

No information provided indicated that those apprehended were suspected of involvement in human trafficking.

Story: Aphelele Kaleni
Photo: Aphelele Kaleni