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A Malawian national died after falling ill aboard a Malawi-bound bus during the ongoing repatriation operation, the South African government has confirmed.
The passenger was among those who departed the Musina Temporary Repatriation Centre. About 10 kilometres from the centre, he fell ill and later died, prompting the driver to turn the bus around and return to the processing centre.
In a statement issued by Deputy Government Spokesperson William Baloyi on behalf of the Inter-Ministerial Committee (IMC) on Migration, government said it noted "with deep sadness, the passing of a Malawian national during the ongoing repatriation operation."
"On behalf of Government and the people of South Africa, we convey our heartfelt condolences to the bereaved family, loved ones, fellow travellers and the Government and people of the Republic of Malawi during this difficult time," the statement said.
The South African Police Service (SAPS) was immediately called to the scene to conduct the requisite police and forensic procedures, in line with standard protocols governing sudden and unexplained deaths.
Government said it wished to reassure the deceased's family, the Malawian authorities and the public that all necessary processes had been undertaken "with the utmost professionalism, dignity and respect for the deceased."
Following the completion of police and forensic processes, the bus was formally released by SAPS and departed at midnight, allowing the remaining passengers to continue their journey to Malawi.
Government said the circumstances surrounding the incident would be communicated to Malawian authorities through the appropriate diplomatic channels and that it stood ready to provide any support required to assist the deceased's family.
"Once again, we extend our sincere sympathies to the family of the deceased and to the Government and people of Malawi," the statement said.
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