In a recent turn of events, South Africa has opened its borders to over 150 Palestinian refugees who arrived on a charter flight from Gaza. The plane, which landed at OR Tambo International Airport, caused a significant stir as the passengers were held in a standoff for over 12 hours, initially facing denial of entry due to unclear asylum applications. The government, led by President Cyril Ramaphosa, has expressed commitment to investigate the circumstances surrounding their arrival, amid concerns about the involvement of unregistered organizations in arranging their travel. Many refugees described their harrowing journey and expressed relief at finally being able to disembark. The situation has sparked a debate on immigration policies and the treatment of refugees in South Africa, with various humanitarian organizations stepping in to provide support to those affected.