Breaking news home affairs minister aaron motsoaledi has extended the validity of zimbabwe special permits by another 6 months to 30 june 2023

Thank you for sharing this breaking news! It appears that South Africa's Home Affairs Minister, Aaron Motsoaledi, has made a significant announcement regarding the Zimbabwe Special Permits.

To recap, the Zimbabwe Special Permits were initially introduced in 2014 to allow Zimbabwean nationals who were living in South Africa illegally to regularize their status. The permits were set to expire on December 31, 2022, but it seems that Minister Motsoaledi has decided to extend their validity by another 6 months, until June 30, 2023.

This development is likely to bring relief to many Zimbabwean nationals who were facing uncertainty about their status in South Africa. The extension will give them more time to sort out their documentation and ensure that they are in compliance with South African immigration laws.

It's worth noting that the Zimbabwe Special Permits are a temporary solution to address the complex issue of irregular migration between South Africa and Zimbabwe. The South African government has been working to develop a more comprehensive and sustainable solution to address the root causes of migration and ensure that migrants are treated with dignity and respect.

I'll be keeping an eye on further developments on this story and will be happy to provide updates as more information becomes available.