SA Visas May Give ZEP Holders The Best Chance Of Staying In SA
Zimbabwean Exemption Permit (ZEP) holders should take advantage of the 6-month extension granted by the South African government to apply for a mainstream visa or exemption.
2022
Increased Global Hiring and Talent Shortages Bode Poorly For SA Critical Skills
A +33% global net employment outlook is being tempered by the highest levels of worldwide talent shortages in 16 years. This is according to the ManpowerGroup’s Employment Outlook Survey for Q3, 2022.
Employers Have a Window of Opportunity on their Zimbabwean Staff
The Department of Home Affairs (“DHA”) granted a final extension to 30 June 2023 for all individuals holding a Zimbabwean Exemption Permit (“ZEP”). The minister, Dr Aaron Motsoaledi, reiterated the point that the exemption will not be extended again, and this provides an opportunity for employers to retain their Zimbabwean employees legally.
Updated Process For Applications For ID’s And Naturalisation Via Permanent Residency
On 9th September, the department of Home Affairs issued a Directive updating the process of the verification of Permanent Residency Permits for the purpose of applying for an ID or Citizenship by Naturalisation.