Operation Dudula vows to continue disruptions at health facilities

Operation Dudula has defended its actions of blocking undocumented foreign nationals from accessing public health facilities, insisting that there is nothing illegal about their operations.

This follows the release of three of the group’s members, who were arrested last week for allegedly intimidating patients at the Lillian Ngoyi Clinic in Soweto. The women appeared at the Orlando Magistrates’ Court today and were released on a warning.

It’s alleged the trio stormed the clinic’s maternity ward, demanding identity documents from patients.

Operation Dudula head of media and housing, Thami Madondo, has vowed to continue targeting undocumented migrants at public clinics, saying their campaign will not stop.

The anti-migrant group has been targeting undocumented foreign nationals at healthcare facilities across the country, since June, blocking them from receiving any assistance.

Operation Dudula leader, Zandile Dabula, says their operations will continue until government responds to their demands.

She says government must prioritise the country’s immigration laws.

The Department of Health says it has reached out to Operation Dudula in an effort to find viable solutions to the ongoing demonstrations , while also condemning the group’s actions.

The department’s spokesperson, Foster Mohale, says this can be solved by meaningful engagements.

Written by: Odirile Rabalao