THE Department of Immigration has apprehended 17 foreign nationals for engaging in illegal gold mining activities. In a statement, Tuesday, Department of Immigration Chief Public Relations Officer Namati Nshinka said the group, comprising 16 Tanzanians and one Malawian national, was intercepted at a security checkpoint in Chingola, en route from Nakonde to Solwezi. “The Department of Immigration has continued its enforcement of immigration laws through targeted operations aimed at curbing illegal immigration and ensuring compliance with immigration regulations. On 5th July, 2025, the Chingola Immigration Office apprehended 17 foreign nationals for abrogating the terms of their permission to stay in the country. The group, comprising 16 Tanzanians and one Malawian national, was intercepted at a security checkpoint in Chingola while...