Luanda: Illegal diamond mining and fuel smuggling continue to attract citizens from the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) to the eastern Lunda-Norte province, Alexandre Pereira, the National Police Provincial Command spokesperson, reported in Dundo city.
According to Angola Press News Agency, the Police spokesperson highlighted last week's migratory movement, noting that these activities are major attractions for immigrants, primarily from the DRC.
The Police spokesperson revealed that at least 645 illegal immigrants from the DRC were repatriated for unlawfully entering and residing in the country during a micro-operation conducted through border posts in various municipalities.
He called on the public to assist authorities in tackling illegal immigration, fuel smuggling, mining, and diamond trafficking by reporting such activities.
Lunda-Norte province shares a border with the DRC that spans approximately 770 kilometers, of which 600 km is land border and 170 km is river border.
