BMA intercepts the smuggling of 14 undocumented children from Mozambique into SA

JOHANNESBURG - With the festive season in full swing, the country's Border Management Authority  (BMA) says it is making headway in disrupting illegal activities, including human and child smuggling.

On Friday, BMA border guards intercepted a minibus taxi at the Lebombo port of entry attempting to smuggle 14 undocumented children from Mozambique into South Africa.

The children, aged between four and 16, were rescued and handed over to the Department of Social Development.

The driver was arrested and charged under the Immigration Act for aiding and abetting illegal entry.

BMA spokesperson Mmemme Mogotsi said, "Vigilant BMA border guards intercepted a minibus taxi attempting to smuggle 14 undocumented children from Mozambique."