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Lebombo port of entry to Mozambique closed until further notice.
There have been reports of cars being set on fire on the Mozambican side of the Lebombo Port of Entry, according to Dr. Michael Masiapato, Commissioner of the Border Management Authority (BMA).
In light of these security incidents, the port has been temporarily closed until further notice for the sake of public safety.
According to Dr. Michael Masiapato, Commissioner of the Border Management Authority (BMA), this decision was made to ensure the safety of all cross-border transporters, travellers, traders and officials operating at the port.
The BMA is coordinating closely with Mozambican authorities and South African law enforcement agencies to monitor the situation and work towards reopening the port as soon as it is safe to do so.
“We advise all stakeholders to suspend travel through Lebombo Port until further notice. Alterative routes to Mozambique must be used where feasible, at the moment until the situation has stabilised”, Commissioner Dr Masiapato said.
“All South African officials are on the ground providing assistance with seven officials from the Mozambican side having requested refuge on the South African side for safety and protection. The BMA and its counterparts are working urgently to address the situation, and we are appreciating the cooperation we are receiving at the moment”, said Dr. Michael Masiapato, Commissioner of the Border Management Authority (BMA)
Point of View with Phemelo motene spoke to Commissioner of the Border Management Authority, Dr Michael Masiapato about the situation.
Listen to the full conversation here:
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