“They’re Entering the Legal Way”: Long Border Queue to South Africa From Mozambique Sparks Debate
- A video, capturing a lengthy queue of Mozambican citizens at a South African border gate, highlighted the significant flow of people into the country
- The compelling footage, shared on Facebook, resembled an election voting line due to its sheer scale, and it was filmed by a passing car
- Social media users reacted with a mix of respect for legal entry, concern about the job market, and light-hearted humour
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A striking video showing a long line of Mozambicans at the border, awaiting entry into South Africa, garnered widespread attention across various digital platforms.
The compelling video, which was shared by Lio Ness on Facebook, attracted massive views, likes, and a range of comments from online users.
The video provided a clear visual of the queue stretching from the border gates, filled with Mozambican citizens patiently waiting for entry into South Africa. The length and orderliness of the line evoked comparisons to a voting queue during elections, a familiar sight for many.
A long line at the border crossing
The footage was captured from a passing car, giving viewers a clear perspective of the multitude of individuals seeking to cross into the country. This extensive line highlighted the continuous, and often large-scale, movement of people across the border, driven by various factors that draw individuals to South Africa.
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SA responds with concern and humour
The clip sparked considerable discussion among social media users. Many expressed respect for the Mozambicans, noting that the fact that they were patiently waiting in a queue indicated they were attempting to enter the country legally. Some voiced concerns, anticipating that such a mass influx of people could lead to jobs being taken, a detriment to South Africans. Others jokingly remarked that single men in Mzansi would soon find themselves new girlfriends and wives.
User @Sgonondo J NoTen said:
"Someone will be getting himself a girlfriend soon."
User @Elizabeth Mhembere shared:
"That queue means they are entering the legal way."
User @Washington Muroroma added:
"But we must know, most of these people are cross-border traders."
User @Tshami Mugmabs commented:
"When you queue at the border, it shows that you have proper documents to enter the country. Not those who use crocodiles."
User @Thibithiby Mbedzi Muknnde shared:
"Come all, let's stay together."
User @Ndumiso Nare said:
"Those are people without language, meaning they are coming to buy, and going back."
User @Benjamin Niga joked:
"The whole of Mozambique is coming to banana country 🤣."
User @Thusego Matlakala noted:
"No scarce skill there. What are they coming here to do?"
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