Over 10,000 Malawian nationals have requested assistance to return home from South Africa, fueled by rising migration tensions. Controversial pastor Shepherd Bushiri is providing transportation for some, deploying ten buses to aid stranded citizens. The move comes as South Africa grapples with increased scrutiny over its immigration policies and treatment of foreign nationals. Authorities are currently managing repatriation efforts at sites in Durban, processing individuals for their return to Malawi. Bushiri, a fugitive from South African justice, has positioned himself as a benefactor to Malawians facing difficulties. The situation highlights the complex interplay between religious figures, migration, and national politics in the region.