South African authorities deployed security forces to prevent unrest on June 30, an unofficial deadline set by citizen-led groups for undocumented migrants to leave, which has already prompted thousands to flee and caused several deaths in recent weeks. In response, President Cyril Ramaphosa announced new government measures against illegal immigration and urged traditional leaders to leverage their influence to reduce hostility. The situation marks a rare coordinated effort by multiple African governments to repatriate their nationals, with about 25,000 people having already left. The tensions come amid high unemployment and strained public services in South Africa, with anti-migrant groups blaming foreigners for crime and job competition, while analysts say the issue has been politically exploited ahead of local elections.