Overview
- The Border Management Authority began a two-day campaign to deter graft at ports of entry and reinforce border integrity.
- Investigations uncovered fraudulent passport stamping, illegal stay extensions and a “selling days” scheme that traded extra time for a fee.
- More than 50 officials have been dismissed since 2023, with 38 additional staff now facing disciplinary proceedings that could lead to further removals.
- Prosecutors have brought several suspects to court near Musina (Beitbridge), Ladybrand (Maseru Bridge) and Komatipoort (Lebombo).
- The crackdown is backed by an SIU-led anti-corruption forum, tip-offs via the Operation Itebise hotline, body-camera deployment, and a R900 million plan to recruit about 700 staff as the BMA operates at roughly 25% capacity.