Authorities from South Africa’s Department of Home Affairs, along with the South African Police Service (SAPS), arrested Ms. Anabela Rungo, the mother of Chidimma Adetshina, in Cape Town this morning. This follows the department’s decision to revoke Rungo’s South African residency documents in September 2024 after it was discovered that they were fraudulently obtained.
Despite being declared “undesirable” and having her documentation invalidated, Rungo allegedly continued to live in South Africa using a Mozambican passport. Investigations are now underway to uncover any further fraudulent activity.
During the operation, officials from the Department’s Counter Corruption and Immigration Services also found Adetshina’s under-aged child living with Rungo. Authorities are working with the Department of Social Development and SAPS’ Child Protection Unit to ensure the safety of the child.
After being processed by Home Affairs for her illegal stay in the country, Rungo will be handed over to SAPS, who are also investigating her case for possible criminal conduct.
