As directed by the Inter-Ministerial Committee (IMC) on Migration, the Department of Home Affairs will tomorrow, Tuesday, 15 September 2026 at 05:00 commence the relocation of asylum seekers and refugees currently located outside the Department’s office on Che Guevara Road in Durban, KwaZulu-Natal. 

A total of 278 individuals will be transferred to the Lindela Repatriation Centre in Krugersdorp, Gauteng, following engagements with relevant stakeholders and representatives of the affected communities. These engagements resulted in an agreement to proceed with the relocation.

The IMC presented the displaced communities with two options: returning to their areas of residence or relocating to Lindela. Following a series of consultations, the option of relocation to Lindela was agreed upon. 

Law enforcement officers will escort the group during the relocation process. Che Guevara Road will also be cleared to ensure compliance with municipal bylaws and to maintain public order. 

Gift of the Givers has secured food parcels to support the individuals during the relocation.

Government will continue discussions with the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) regarding possible options to resettle the group in another country. 

Media Enquiries: 

Ms Ndileka Cola, Department of Home Affairs Head of Communication, Cell: 076 333 3799

ISSUED BY THE DEPARTMENT OF HOME AFFAIRS