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flag South Africa passed a bill to create shared border posts with neighbors, speeding up crossings and boosting trade.

flag South Africa has passed the One Stop Border Post Bill, enabling shared border control zones with neighboring countries to streamline crossings, boost trade, and enhance regional security. flag The law, supported by the DA and parliamentary committees, allows joint inspections by multiple nations at single locations, reducing delays and costs for travelers and goods. flag It aims to improve border efficiency, support economic growth—especially for exporters—and align with SADC and AfCFTA goals. flag The bill, which requires final approval from the National Council of Provinces and the president, emphasizes cooperation, digital systems, and better documentation access over physical barriers.

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