Speaking at the official opening of the Senior and Regional Immigration Officers’ Annual Conference in Livingstone, Home Affairs and Internal Security Minister Jack Mwiimbu commended the department for its achievement.
Meanwhile, Director General of Immigration Japhet Lishomwa revealed that about 12,000 illegal immigrants, including illegal miners, were detained in 2025, an increase from around 10,000 recorded in 2024.
Mr Lishomwa also disclosed that the department issued about 25,000 employment permits and 2,000 investor permits in 2025, reflecting growth compared to the previous year.
He further noted an increase in cross-border movement, with approximately 2.8 million entries and 2.6 million exits recorded in 2025, up from about 2.5 million entries and 2.4 million exits in 2024.
