HOME AFFAIRS
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South Africa says 2 745 foreigners sent home in a week
South Africa has repatriated 2 745 foreigners in the week after President Cyril Ramaphosa vowed tougher action against illegal immigration.
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Deadline looms for South Africans with blocked identity documents
South Africans with blocked ID documents must visit Home Affairs by July 10 to prevent permanent cancellation of their IDs.
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Home Affairs unveils sweeping digital reforms in 2026 budget vote
The Department of Home Affairs is implementing a digital transformation to improve service delivery, border security, and visa processing efficiency.
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Home Affairs achieves record Smart ID card output amid digital transformation drive
During 2025/26, the Department of Home Affairs issued over four million Smart ID cards, significantly surpassing its target and advancing digital transformation efforts.
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Home Affairs corruption crackdown leads to two more arrests
Two more people have been arrested in separate fraud operations linked to the Department of Home Affairs, bringing the total number of corruption-related arrests for May to six.
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Government invites public comment on digital ID system
South Africa’s draft digital ID regulations allow citizens to store identity documents on their smartphones. Comment by 6 June 2026.
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Home Affairs arrests two more officials in ongoing corruption crackdown
Two Home Affairs officials have been arrested in separate operations as the department’s anti-corruption drive continues to gather pace.
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Department of Home Affairs extends operating hours
The Department of Home Affairs will extend operating hours until 7 April, closing at 18:00 to assist document applications during holidays.
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Muslim marriage officers granted equal recognition under Home Affairs reform
Muslim marriage officers will no longer need to renew their certification every five years, ensuring equal treatment with other faith groups.
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EFF and DA clash over Home Affairs partnership with banks
The EFF opposes the DA’s Home Affairs partnership with banks for ID services, fearing privatisation risks and neglect of state capacity.
