Xolani Zuma Calls for Two-Year Suspension of Refugee Admissions, Says Illegal Foreigners Must Leave

Xolani Zuma, CEO of the SA First Forum, has called on the South African government to introduce stricter immigration measures, including temporarily suspending the acceptance of refugees for two years, arguing that the country needs time to address growing pressure on its population and resources.

Zuma made the remarks while expressing his organisation’s position on illegal immigration and the presence of foreign nationals in South Africa. He insisted that undocumented foreigners must leave the country, using the expression “Abahambe” to reinforce his message.

He argued that the government should pass legislation to address the situation and consider withdrawing from the relevant international convention governing refugee protection. According to Zuma, a two-year pause on accepting new refugees would give South Africa an opportunity to deal with its existing challenges.

Explaining his position, he said the country was overcrowded and needed room to breathe, remarking: “It’s hot, we are too many.” He believes that reducing the pressure associated with population growth and migration would allow South Africans to have what he described as an opportunity to “breathe fresh air.”

Zuma also addressed the issue of protecting his own family, making a distinction between his political position on immigration and his responsibilities within his household.

He stated that although he believes the government should take a firm position on immigration, he would not tolerate anyone touching his wife or children. He maintained that protecting his family was a personal responsibility and a matter concerning his private household, rather than something he expected the government to handle on his behalf.

Zuma is married to Jacinta Ngobese-Zuma, the leader of the March and March Movement, which has been vocal about undocumented immigration and government action on migration-related concerns.

His comments come amid continued public debate over immigration, refugee protection, border management and the government’s responsibility to enforce immigration laws while respecting the rights of people seeking asylum in South Africa.

Source: https://x.com/newslivesa/status/2120267697653264665?a=4OhkiBaiOqlbJNp21wo&s=20

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