By Jane Mlambo| South Africa’s Minister of Public Works, Patricia DeLille has said they are considering installing surveillance and sensor alarms at the Zimbabwe border, following the breaking of the fence recently installed to stop illegal immigrants.

Responding to questions on the effectiveness of putting a fence on the Zimbabwe border, DeLille said they are considering additional deterrents to stop rampant illegal migration.

“For the Beitbridge border fence, we are also considering additional deterring methods such as surveillance, sensors and alarms,” said DeLille.

She added that her ministry was investigating how the newly installed fence got damaged at such a short time further stating that they are considering using military personnel to increase patrols around the fence.

“With regard to the Beitbridge border fence which DPWI is erecting and criminal elements damaging the fence: I am investigating this matter. The contractor has increased security personnel. The Defence force has also deployed soldiers to patrol the border,” added DeLille.