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South Africa — Department of Home Affairs (South Africa)

Tracked across 8 events · 348 articles · First seen Mar 08, 2026 · Last active Aug 13, 2026

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Domestic
Impact: The South Africa — Department of Home Affairs (South Africa)>>> developed and launched a new digital verification platform to combat payroll fraud and ghost workers, enhancing its role in modernizing government systems.
May 26, 2026 · 7 articles
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Impact: The South Africa — Department of Home Affairs (South Africa) is launching a nationwide campaign to address blocked identity documents and ensure the integrity of the National Population Register.
Jun 01, 2026 · 6 articles
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Impact: The department launched the online locator and expanded its Digital Partnership, improving service accessibility and modernizing ID issuance. This enhances its operational efficiency and public image.
Mar 08, 2026 · 6 articles
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Impact: The department is the implementing body of the reforms, achieving a significant reduction in the refugee appeals backlog, which enhances its operational credibility.
Jul 09, 2026 · 7 articles
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Domestic
Impact: The department is implicated due to alleged official involvement in the fraud. The investigation may lead to internal reforms and disciplinary actions.
Jul 23, 2026 · 6 articles
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Impact: The South Africa — Department of Home Affairs (South Africa)>>> is a key government agency responsible for implementing the new migration management policies, including the establishment of dedicated immigration courts and the development of a digital ID system.
Jun 07, 2026 · 6 articles
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International
Impact: The South Africa — Department of Home Affairs (South Africa) is involved in processing Malawian nationals for repatriation and has deported many for not having proper documents, reflecting the country's stricter enforcement of immigration laws.
May 12, 2026 · 302 articles
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Cyril Ramaphosa South Africa — Department of Home Affairs (South Africa)
Cyril Ramaphosa South Africa — Department of Home Affairs (South Africa)
South Africa South Africa — Department of Home Affairs (South Africa)
South Africa South Africa — Department of Home Affairs (South Africa)
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