Special Permits for undocumented Zimbabweans and Lesotho nationals

Date Shared:

Tuesday, November 7, 2017 - 15:22

Title:

Special Permits for undocumented Zimbabweans and Lesotho nationals

Countries and areas:

South Africa

Partner(s):

National Government of South Africa

Tags:

Migrants in Vulnerable Situations, Migrant Protection and Assistance

Summary:

South Africa has come up with Special Permits for undocumented Zimbabweans and Lesotho nationals to regularise their stay. This progressive measure is aimed at recognising the specific vulnerabilities that migrants find themselves in.

GFMD Source:

GFMD 2017 - Summit Meeting RT 1.2 - "From Global Agreement to Implementation – National action plans for migration-related SDGs" - Statement by South Africa

Link:

For more information:

http://www.dha.gov.za:8087/index.php/statements-