The Constitutional Court’s ruling has reopened access to South Africa’s asylum system, but questions remain about how government will manage the process.

The National Briefing · Oct 8, 2026 · 6m

The Constitutional Court’s ruling has reopened access to South Africa’s asylum system, but questions remain about how government will manage the process. SACR says applying for asylum does not automatically make someone a refugee, and that each claim must still be properly assessed. It also says Home Affairs must balance constitutional obligations with immigration control, national security and the interests of South African citizens

Guest: Princy Mthombeni, Co-founder of South Africans for Constitutional Reform.