LIMPOPO - The Pafuri and Giriyondo Ports of Entry between SA and Mozambique are temporarily closed.
Heavy rains have caused flooding, leading to the shutdown.
The Border Management Authority says rising water levels pose safety risks to travellers.
Commissioner Michael Masiapato confirmed staff and vehicles have been evacuated.
NEWS JUST IN!!@TheBMA_SA Commissioner Dr Michael Masiapato reports that operations at the Pafuri Port of Entry and the Giriyondo Port of Entry have been temporarily suspended due to flooding in the two ports and surrounding areas.
Pafuri is a Port of Entry between South Africa… pic.twitter.com/24tFkY4piS— The Border Management Authority SA (@TheBMA_SA) March 15, 2026
No injuries or infrastructure damage have been reported as yet.
Authorities are also monitoring river levels near the Kruger National Park.
They say operations will resume once conditions improve.