CAF president Patrice Motsepe says South Africa should enforce its immigration laws and crack down on illegal immigration. He argues that immigration enforcement must be paired with regional cooperation, rather than relying on unilateral measures. Motsepe calls for working with neighbouring countries to tackle the economic pressures that drive migration, including the lack of jobs. According to his remarks, addressing the causes of movement requires support for job creation in countries across the region, alongside efforts to ensure that migration flows comply with legal frameworks. The stance reflects a view that border and legal enforcement are necessary, but not sufficient on their own, because the wider factors pushing people to leave their countries involve economic constraints. Overall, Motsepe’s position links stronger immigration compliance in South Africa with cross-border solutions aimed at reducing the underlying drivers of migration.