Department of home affairs
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63 Home Affairs officials dismissed in corruption crackdown
The Department of Home Affairs has dismissed 63 officials for corruption, fraud and misconduct since July 2024,
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Home Affairs denies passport exemption for Lesotho nationals
The Department of Home Affairs has dismissed reports claiming that Lesotho nationals will no longer need valid passports to enter South Africa.
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Deportations increase by 46% over two financial years
The Department of Home Affairs has deported 109 344 people over the past two financial years, marking a significant rise in immigration enforcement.
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Home Affairs exceeds target with 110 bank branches offering ID services
The Department of Home Affairs has successfully launched 110 operational bank branches for Smart ID services, surpassing initial goals.
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SA launches MEETS visa scheme to fast-track international event travel
The Department of Home Affairs has launched the Meetings, Exhibitions, Events and Tourism Scheme (MEETS), a visa reform initiative designed to streamline the processing of large group applications linked to…
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Home Affairs partners with banks to cut queues and bring services closer to citizens
The Department of Home Affairs partners with banks for Smart ID applications, enhancing accessibility and reducing lengthy office visits.
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!Khuboa’s dignity repaired by an updated IT system
A Stellenbosch law student, !Khuboa, made history this week by becoming the first owner of a Smart Card ID to include a name with a special character.
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Home Affairs office proposed for Cape Town Civic Centre
A proposal currently before the City of Cape Town could see an appointment-only Home Affairs Office established at the Civic Centre.
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Home Affairs removes guard after distressing Cape Town incident
DHA removes security guard after woman manhandled at Tyger Valley branch, revealing she was victim of illegal appointment booking scam.
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Home Affairs launches global passport doorstep delivery
The Department of Home Affairs (DHA) has announced the immediate introduction of doorstep delivery for passports for South African citizens residing abroad. T
