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Source domain: sanews.gov.za
Collected on 9 September 2026
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Borderline Infrastructure Improvement Plan (2026–2030)
This is a government initiative to improve border security infrastructure across all seven border provinces. It includes upgrading fencing, roads, and facilities to enhance patrol mobility, response times, and coordination among border agencies.
The document's recorded date is 1 July 2026. Confirm on the official source.
The minister announced that Cabinet has approved the Borderline Infrastructure Improvement Plan (2026–2030), which will be implemented across all seven border provinces.
Places
KwaZulu-Natal
Reference
GOVNEWS-84148
Opening Date
8 September 2026
Closing Date
1 July 2026
Deployment of 40 body-worn cameras at critical ports of entry
The government is deploying about 40 body-worn cameras at key border entry points to improve operational transparency and prevent internal corruption among staff.
The document's recorded date is 1 July 2026. Confirm on the official source.
About 40 body-worn cameras are also being deployed at critical ports of entry to improve operational visibility and combat internal corruption.
Customs Online Traveller Declaration system
This digital system allows travellers to declare goods online before arriving at customs checkpoints, reducing delays and improving border efficiency.
The document's recorded date is 1 July 2026. Confirm on the official source.
The IMC said that the Customs Online Traveller Declaration system also began operating on 1 July 2026 and is functioning without major concerns.
Enhanced Movement Control System (EMCS) upgrade
An upgraded system launched at OR Tambo International Airport to improve tracking and control of travellers entering South Africa, enhancing border security and compliance.
The document's recorded date is 1 July 2026. Confirm on the official source.
The Department of Home Affairs has intensified efforts to modernise the border management environment through the Electronic Traveller Authorisation and the upgraded Enhanced Movement Control System, launched at OR Tambo International Airport by President Cyril Ramaphosa on 12 August 2026.
Procurement of nine additional drones
The Border Management Authority is procuring nine more drones for deployment at critical border points to strengthen surveillance and monitoring capabilities.
The document's recorded date is 1 July 2026. Confirm on the official source.
The Border Management Authority is currently operating five drones at critical border points in Lebombo, Maseru, Oshoek, Beitbridge and KwaZulu-Natal, while procurement of nine additional drones is underway.
