Another deadline stares ZEP holders in South Africa in the face

Another D-day looms this week for countless holders of a Zimbabwean Exemption Permit (ZEP) who are uncertain about their stay in South Africa. Zimbabwean nationals who have not already applied for a waiver to progress from a ZEP to a General Work visa in South Africa, only have until Friday (29 November 2024) to apply […]

DHA visa backlog 80% cleared, so it should not steal your Xmas cheer

Uncertainty still looms about whether the concession for foreign nationals will be extended beyond 31 December 2024 to safeguard them from being erroneously declared undesirable while they await their visa application outcomes, but the good news is those affected can still travel abroad to visit loved ones this Festive Season and re-enter South Africa legally […]

Engineers, ICT professionals top the list of skills businesses struggle to recruit

Engineers and ICT professionals are the most in-demand skills that large corporates and multinational employers struggle to recruit for smooth business operations in South Africa, the latest Critical Skills Survey Report by Xpatweb shows.

Government, private sector collaboration will ensure refined Critical Skills List to attract highly skilled foreigners

Government departments responsible for updating the national Critical Skills List to attract highly skilled foreign professionals to South Africa, is working closely with business and the private sector to ensure an even further refined list which adequately reflects the country’s employment needs.

New Points-Based System for Work Visas marks significant strides for attracting global talent to SA

With the highly anticipated implementation of a fair and transparent Points-Based System for work visas, South Africa follows in the footsteps of countries like Canada and Australia and positions itself as a serious contender in attracting global skills necessary for stronger economic growth.