Uganda airlifts 273 people from the troubled South Africa. Other immigrants forced to leave behind their valuables
As for the evacuation, the Ugandan High Commissioner to South Africa Ambassador Paul Amoru said it was a voluntary exercise which was not ordered by either the government of Uganda or South Africa
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A total of 273 Ugandan nationals, including 255 adults and 18 infants have been safely flown back to Entebbe, from South Africa under what is being described as a voluntary repatriation programme.
This successful exercise, according to the Ugandan High Commission in South Africa, reflects Kampala’s commitment to protecting and supporting Ugandans wherever they are.
In connection with that, the Ugandan President, Yoweri Kaguta Museveni will be addressing the nation on Saturday, the 4th of June 2026.
Museveni is expected to also touch on other matters of national importance starting at 8:00pm East African Time and his speech is being forced to be aired on all Major radio stations and TV channels as well as online platforms.
As for the evacuation, the Ugandan High Commissioner to South Africa Ambassador Paul Amoru said it was a voluntary exercise which was not ordered by either the government of Uganda or South Africa
“Rather, it was acting on the information available at the time regarding planned vigilante-related protests and possible attacks targeting foreign nationals, particularly fellow Africans, the Government of Uganda took the precautionary decision to facilitate the voluntary return of those who wished to leave,” the envoy stated
“I also wish to emphasize that Uganda and South Africa continue to enjoy warm, cordial, and longstanding bilateral relations,” he added.
“Throughout this exercise, we have received tremendous cooperation and support from South African authorities and we remain deeply grateful for that partnership. Together, we shall continue working to support the safe evacuation of those who choose to return, while also safeguarding the lives, property and welfare of Ugandans who remain in South Africa.”
The High Commissioner explained that from the moment concerns emerged, Uganda mobilized a whole-of-government response to assess the situation, coordinate contingency plans, and ensure that every Ugandan who wished to return home could do so safely and with dignity.
Meanwhile again more than 30,000 various nationals Immigrants in South Africa were forced to Leave Luggage and Personal Belongings Behind in Durban After Being Told to Carry Only One Bag During Relocation to Limpopo
More than 30,000 foreign nationals accommodated at the Old Drive-In site in Durban were being relocated to Musina in Limpopo when some reportedly had to leave behind personal belongings after being instructed to carry only one bag while boarding buses.
The relocations formed part of ongoing repatriation and processing arrangements.
Transport operations moved the groups to designated facilities in Musina. Reports indicate that household goods and personal effects could not be loaded because of space and transport limitations, resulting in some belongings being left at the site.
The situation followed the closure of the temporary holding area at the Old Durban Drive-In. Authorities have since begun rehabilitation and clean-up operations under the eThekwini Municipality
