Is Home Affairs finally becoming a government department that works?
Sars may no longer be its sole standard-bearer for efficiency as Home Affairs rolls out new digital services by the week.
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Home Affairs Expands Trusted Employer Scheme, Winning Business Support for Its Economic Enablement Agenda
The Minister of Home Affairs, Dr Leon Schreiber, has described the expanded Trusted Employer Scheme (TES) as the latest milestone in the Department of Home Affairs’ quest to become an economic enabler in South Africa.
Trusted Employer Scheme Round 2 Accelerates International Hiring and Boosts Business Confidence in South Africa
Government has officially opened the long-awaited second window for corporate employers seeking to become part of the Trusted Employer Scheme (TES), expanding the programme to create a faster, more predictable pathway for companies seeking to bring critical international skills into the country.
Major Relief for Certain Visa Applicants as Home Affairs Drops Medical Report Requirement
On 8 July 2026, the Minister of Home Affairs moved to provide welcome relief for temporary residence visa and permanent residence permit applicants by waiving the requirement to submit a medical report with their applications.
The Skills South Africa Will Need Tomorrow: Shaping a Future-Ready Critical Skills List Starts Today
As South Africa updates its National Critical Skills List to accurately reflect the scarce skills that businesses struggle to recruit locally, employers are being urged to contribute their skills shortage data early, rather than waiting until a draft list is published for public comment.