South Africa: Liberians Seek Repatriation From South Africa
[New Dawn] MONROVIA -- The Government of Liberia announced that approximately 263 Liberians in South Africa have requested assistance to leave the country, with 21 to 23 individuals seeking immediate repatriation.
MONROVIA — The Government of Liberia announced that approximately 263 Liberians in South Africa have requested assistance to leave the country, with 21 to 23 individuals seeking immediate repatriation.
Executive Director of the Liberia Refugee Repatriation and Resettlement Commission (LRRRC), Cllr. Jero Cole Bangalu said the government is intensifying efforts to monitor, protect, and assist Liberian citizens stranded abroad.
South Africa has been a destination for migrants and refugees from across Africa, including Liberia, due to its larger economy and perceived opportunities for employment. In recent years, tensions between local communities and foreign nationals have periodically led to unrest, particularly in low-income urban areas.
