Immigration

MALEMA CALLS FOR AFRICAN UNITY AMID ANTI-IMMIGRATION PROTESTS

Written by on 29 May 2026

JOHANNESBURG – EFF Leader, Julius Malema has called for stronger unity across the African continent as tensions rise over immigration in South Africa. Speaking against the backdrop of increasing anti-immigration demonstrations, Malema warned that division among African nations undermines long-term stability and development. He further emphasised that violence against undocumented foreign nationals cannot be justified […]

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CABINET WARNS AGAINST VIOLENCE OVER IMMIGRATION ISSUES

Written by on 7 May 2026

Cabinet has reaffirmed that South Africans have a constitutional right to raise concerns about illegal immigration. However, it has strongly warned that any violence, attacks on foreign nationals, or unlawful behaviour will not be tolerated under any circumstances. It also condemned attempts to exploit socio-economic challenges such as unemployment and limited economic opportunities to incite […]

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HOME AFFAIRS DISMISSES ZEP PERMANENT RESIDENCY CLAIMS

Written by on 16 April 2026

The Department of Home Affairs has dismissed claims that Zimbabwe Exemption Permit (ZEP) holders are now eligible to apply for permanent residency in South Africa. The department said the confusion arose from unclear comments made by a Home Affairs official during a recent interview, which were misinterpreted as indicating a policy change. Spokesperson Thulani Mavuso […]

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