Weak borders a boon for human traffickers

JOHANNESBURG - South Africa's borders are under pressure.

From drug smuggling and weak controls to corruption and fraud, authorities struggle to maintain law order order.

Crossing with serious problems include Lebombo with Mozambique and Oshoek with Eswatini.

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There are concerns after a number of incidents of human trafficking busts at the Lebombo border.

The Oshoek border has become a hotspot for drug and vehicle smuggling, poaching, and livestock theft.

eNCA reporter Bafedile Moerane at the Oshoek border, and Manqoba Mchunu at the Lebombo border.

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