Ugandan teacher in Fort Beaufort denied bail.

A Ugandan national employed as a teacher in Fort Beaufort has been denied bail following his arrest for allegedly being illegally in South Africa.

According to information provided by the Eastern Cape Missing Person & Trafficking Unit and Eastern Cape Immigration Services, the man was employed by the Eastern Cape Department of Education at the time of his arrest.

He appeared in court, where bail was denied.

Following the court’s decision, the relevant authorities are expected to proceed with the immigration process in line with South African law. This may include deportation proceedings, depending on the outcome of the immigration process.

The matter forms part of ongoing efforts to address immigration compliance and the employment of foreign nationals in the Eastern Cape.

No further details were provided regarding the school where the teacher was employed or the circumstances surrounding his appointment.