The 24 August episode of Carte Blanche investigates the plight of South African asylum seekers in Ireland, where many who fled gang violence, crime, and discrimination now face an uncertain future.
Despite their claims for protection, some have been told to leave, sparking questions about why Ireland is sending South Africans back.
Local communities argue they are at breaking point, straining under the pressures of rising migration, while the asylum seekers insist deportation is not an option.
The situation has ignited debate over whether these individuals are genuine refugees in need of safety or opportunists testing the system.
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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