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MPUMALANGA — The National Prosecuting Authority (NPA) has officially dropped all charges against 95 Libyan nationals who were previously arrested at a suspected military camp. These individuals were facing allegations under the Immigration Act due to inaccuracies in their visa applications.

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According to South African Government News Agency, the decision was made by Acting Director of Public Prosecutions, Sonja Ntuli, who after a thorough review of the evidence and various representations, opted to terminate the legal actions against the detainees. The review process highlighted the need for a more administrative approach towards resolving the accusations. The NPA emphasized that the arrests made in July 2024 were based on misrepresented information provided in the applications for study visas by the accused.

While the immediate charges have been withdrawn, the NPA indicated that the South African Police Service (SAPS), specifically the Directorate of Priority Crime Investigations, will continue probing into the involvement of other parties such as the planners, organizers, and financiers of the camp. These investigations aim to ensure that all parties potentially involved in criminal activities are held accountable.

In the meantime, the 95 individuals will be transferred to the custody of the Department of Home Affairs, which will oversee their deportation process. This move aligns with the broader legal and regulatory frameworks governing immigration in South Africa, ensuring that all procedures are properly followed.