The 18 May episode of Carte Blanche investigates the deep-rooted inefficiencies within South Africa’s asylum system, where mounting paperwork and years-long delays have left thousands of asylum seekers trapped in uncertainty.
Despite living in the country for years, many still face the constant threat of deportation due to unresolved cases and expired documentation. The programme exposes how corruption thrives in this environment, with officials and middlemen exploiting the desperation of refugees fleeing war, persecution, and hardship.
Through personal accounts and expert analysis, Carte Blanche reveals how a broken system continues to fail those seeking safety and stability.
Its first episode aired on 21 August 1988 and over the last 34-plus years has earned credibility among South African viewers for its investigation into corruption, consumer issues, and current events.
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