Zep extension a temporary relief but ...

The statement revealed that 78 126 Zimbabwean nationals had applied for waivers and 10 427 applied for other visa regimes.
By Sally Nyakanyanga Apr. 13, 2024

Sigh of relief for ZEP holders

The ruling effectively restored the ZEP holders’ status for another 12 months.
By Silas Nkala Oct. 18, 2023

ZEP holders breath sigh of relief following court decision to reserve judgment till further notice

The application was heard on Monday after the department sought to challenge the court’s findings that the termination of ZEP permits by the government is unlawful.
By The Star Sep. 20, 2023

Govt exempts duty on ZEP returnees’ goods

Imported personal goods must have been owned by the ZEP holder for at least six months prior to their return to Zimbabwe.
By Harriet Chikandiwa Aug. 4, 2023

ANC to blame for immigration crisis: Maimane

Maimane made the comments after a South African High Court ruled that the termination of Zimbabwe Exemption Permits (ZEPs) was unconstitutional.
By Lorraine Muromo Jun. 30, 2023

Chamisa kicks off campaign

Addressing a campaign rally in Johannesburg, Chamisa said the CCC plan was to win big to make election rigging difficult.
By Nqobani Ndlovu Jun. 24, 2023

Non-renewal of special work permits leaves Zim migrants exposed

The permit holders can now apply for a general worker’s visa, to be granted at the discretion of the department’s director general.
By Sikhanyiso Masuku Apr. 29, 2023

Interview: SA scrapping special work permits exposes migrants

 did not grant them the right to permanent residence — irrespective of how long they had been in the country; and
By The Zimbabwe Independent Apr. 28, 2023

ZEP holders not keen on Zim return: Envoy

 The ZEP is a special permit issued in terms of the Immigration Act, and allows holders, and their children, temporary legal status to live, work and study in South Africa.
By Problem Masau Apr. 27, 2023