Scores of unemployed South Africans gathered at the Department of Home Affairs offices to submit their CVs, calling for the immediate employment of 10,000 additional immigration officers. The action, led by The Impact Forum NPC, aims to strengthen border management while directly tackling the country’s unemployment crisis.
Hundreds of unemployed South Africans gathered at the Department of Home Affairs offices to hand over their CVs, demanding the urgent creation and filling of 10,000 new immigration officer positions.
The mobilisation was led by The Impact Forum NPC. Participants are calling for stronger border management and direct job creation within the Department of Home Affairs as a practical solution to both illegal immigration and the country’s deepening unemployment crisis.
Why This Action Matters
South Africa’s official unemployment rate remains critically high, especially among the youth. Many citizens believe that weak border control and the presence of undocumented foreign nationals in the job market are making the situation worse. By submitting CVs directly, the group is putting practical pressure on the government to create jobs in immigration enforcement.
The action also highlights growing public frustration over the slow pace of border management reform and the perceived failure to prioritise South African citizens in the labour market.
Background and Public Sentiment
The Department of Home Affairs has faced repeated criticism for understaffing at border posts and slow processing of permits. Many South Africans argue that hiring more immigration officers would help enforce existing laws, reduce illegal immigration, and create much-needed employment opportunities at the same time.
The Impact Forum NPC says this is a practical intervention that addresses two crises at once: unemployment and border security.
What Happens Next
The Department of Home Affairs has not yet issued an official response to the mass CV submission. The group says it will continue to mobilise and follow up until concrete commitments are made.
This latest citizen-led action reflects a growing trend of South Africans taking direct steps to push government departments on issues of jobs and immigration.
