The eThekwini Municipality in South Africa is implementing a 72-hour plan to address a growing humanitarian crisis stemming from the impending deportation of thousands of Malawian citizens. These individuals are currently displaced and awaiting repatriation, creating significant strain on local resources and escalating tensions within the Sherwood area. The municipality’s response follows increasing calls for national government intervention to manage the situation. Details of the plan focus on providing immediate support and managing the logistics of the deportations. The situation arose from an unspecified trigger for the deportations, leaving a large vulnerable population in need of assistance. Authorities are working to prevent further instability as they prepare for the large-scale movement of people. The plan aims to mitigate the impact of the deportations and address the immediate needs of those affected.