For decades, South Africans have stood in long queues, waiting to renew IDs, apply for passports, or get simple documents—only to be told “the system is...
Identity documents should be a source of security but for many South Africans still using the old green ID books, these vital documents have become a...
What looked like an official immigration visit turned into a nightmare for one foreign national in Tshwane In a case that’s rattling trust in public officials,...
In its first three months of operation, South Africa’s Department of Home Affairs’ new digital visa program has already produced remarkable results, attracting over 11,000 visitors...
According to Home Affairs Minister Leon Schreiber, a younger generation that has grown up with technology is largely to blame for South Africa’s impending transition to...
Controversial Nigerian pastor Timothy Omotoso has left South Africa, but local authorities have now shifted their focus to his wife, who is suspected of also residing...
South Africans may soon find it easier than ever to apply for or renew their Smart IDs and passports — not only at more bank branches...
Seventeen-year-old Emmanuel Ndlovu dreamed of becoming a doctor after earning six distinctions in his matric exams. But despite his academic success, he cannot register at a...
The South African Information Technology Agency (SITA), a state-owned entity meant to drive digital services in government, is increasingly being seen as a major roadblock to...
A major technology upgrade is being rolled out at South Africa’s borders this Easter. The Border Management Authority (BMA) is deploying drones and body-worn cameras to...