Six Zimbabwe prisoners escape from SA custody
The majority of South Africa's migrants come from Zimbabwe, whose residents continue to flee their country's political and economic problems.
Boakyewaa Lawrencia 
On Monday morning, six accused armed robbers from Zimbabwe managed to flee from custody while in transit after a shootout broke out between them and South African police.
The six inmates were released during the gunfight, according to a statement from South African police, who said they have started a manhunt for the "heavily armed" suspects.
About 120 kilometers south of Beitbridge, a border town close to Zimbabwe, the daring assault was carried out.
People are advised under no circumstances to approach the suspects because they are thought to be dangerous; instead, they should contact the police, according to South African police.
The majority of South Africa's migrants come from Zimbabwe, whose residents continue to flee their country's political and economic problems.
The South African government has been harshly prosecuting foreign nationals engaged in violent crimes, particularly Zimbabweans.
