# Border official jailed for passport smuggling

- Place: Maseru, Lesotho (-29.3142, 27.4833)
- Published: 2026-10-31T09:52:28.212Z · expires 2026-11-07T09:52:28.212Z
- Floors (The Arena): E12 States, E10 Institutions, E11 Organizations
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A Maseru border official was allegedly caught with 22 stamped passports, per iol.co.za.

The individual is accused of facilitating illegal travel documents, a serious breach of duty.

Lesotho's government has launched an investigation into the incident, which occurred at the border post.

## Sources

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