Ralph Mathekga | Populist and impractical: Govt scrapped special permits for Zimbabweans too hastily | News24

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OPINION | The recent decision to scrap the 'special permits' system, which allowed Zimbabweans to work in South Africa, shows that the government is feeling the pressure when it comes to its position on immigration, writes Ralph Mathekga.

SA is pushing ahead with the termination of the Zimbabwe exemption permits for asylum seekers.

The recent decision to scrap the"special permits" system, which allowed Zimbabweans to work in South Africa, shows that the government is feeling the pressure when it comes to its position on immigration, writesHome Affairs Minister Aaron Motsoaledi has a difficult job ahead of him after his announcement late last year that South Africa will scrap the"special permits" system that allowed Zimbabwean nationals to work in South Africa.

 

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