<p>This study aimed to explore the harrowing realities faced by migrant children in Johannesburg, South Africa, from their informal caregivers. A qualitative exploratory case study design was adopted. The purpose-sampling technique was used to sample 12 caregivers who care for migrant children. Caregivers received informed consent to provide written consent prior to data collection. After providing consent, researchers collect data from informal caregivers using semi-structured face-to-face interviews and had an interview guide to help with interviews. This method of data collection allowed caregivers to share their own comprehensive narratives on the challenges faced by migrant children in Johannesburg, South Africa. Data was collected until the saturation level. The collected data was thematically analysed using Braun and Clarke’s suggested steps of data analysis. Informal caregivers have also shared that migrant children experience multifaceted challenges, including financial stress due to the loss of the breadwinner through deportation, among others. Some of the children find themselves homeless and only find basic human needs through informal caregivers. However, even after finding temporary shelter, some of the children are denied access to education, exploited, and abused in the community because they were abandoned by their parents. However, these children have noticeable resilience in the form of various coping mechanisms that they use to address their challenges. The study concludes that not only caregivers experience challenges, but also children in their care face multifaceted challenges. Thus, the paper calls for collaborative efforts of different stakeholders to provide support to migrant children, especially after their parents’ deportation.</p>