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migration

[mahy-grey-shuhn] / maɪˈgreɪ ʃən /


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In a national address on Sunday aimed at easing tensions, South African President Cyril Ramaphosa announced a raft of new measures to crackdown on illegal migration.

From BBC • Jun. 8, 2026

Ramaphosa acknowledged illegal migration was putting unfair pressure on South Africa's public services - and that the issue needed to be addressed by his government.

From BBC • Jun. 7, 2026

Leo had called for an end to "polarising narratives" as a week-long state visit expected to focus on migration and social issues began on Saturday, a source of inspiration for Peralta.

From Barron's • Jun. 7, 2026

During his 30-minute speech, the president pointed to the scale of the problem and how "illegal migration routes increasingly overlap with organised crime".

From BBC • Jun. 7, 2026

It is an unquestioned ritual, a yearly migration to the town where Gerald’s parents live year-round.

From "The Namesake" by Jhumpa Lahiri




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