South Africa to scrap visa exemption for Palestinians

Despite its international support for Palestine, South Africa is ending the 90-day visa exemption for Palestinians. The Department of Home Affairs is responsible for scrapping the policy.

South Africa has positioned itself as a staunch international ally of the Palestinian people. However, the Department of Home Affairs is now scrapping the 90-day visa exemption that allowed Palestinians to enter the country without a visa for short stays. This decision, highlighted in reporting by Rebecca Davis, appears at odds with the nation's pro-Palestinian stance. The reasons for ending the exemption remain unexplained in current accounts, prompting questions about the motivations driving the change.

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U.S. House chamber during vote to bar October 7 attackers and Hamas-linked individuals from U.S. entry.
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House passes bill to bar October 7 attackers and Hamas-linked members from U.S. entry

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The U.S. House of Representatives has overwhelmingly approved a bill that would bar members of Hamas, Palestinian Islamic Jihad, the Palestine Liberation Organization and individuals involved in the October 7, 2023, attacks against Israel from entering the United States or receiving immigration benefits. The measure, authored by Rep. Tom McClintock, now heads to the Senate.

South Africa has declared Israel's chargé d’affaires persona non grata, prompting Israel to reciprocate by expelling a South African diplomat. This tit-for-tat action highlights the deepening rift between the two nations over the Gaza conflict. Experts describe it as a symptom of an ongoing ideological war.

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Seven Kenyans employed in South Africa through a US program have been arrested for lacking proper documentation and now face deportation. They were detained after entering the country on tourist visas and working at a center processing US visa applications. The operation took place in Johannesburg and involved South Africa's Department of Home Affairs.

South Africa has criticised Israel's recognition of Somaliland, calling it a violation of Somalia's sovereignty and aligning with the African Union's rejection. The Department of International Relations and Cooperation urged global rejection to support a united Somalia amid Horn of Africa tensions.

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Limpopo Premier Phophi Ramathuba has called on South Africans to assist government efforts in preventing illegal immigration, highlighting the role locals play in facilitating undocumented entries. She emphasized the public health risks involved, such as lack of screening for diseases like yellow fever.

The United States has partially suspended certain visas for nationals from Nigeria and 14 other countries due to security concerns involving groups like Boko Haram and the Islamic State. President Donald J. Trump signed a proclamation on Monday to expand entry restrictions based on vetting deficiencies. The measure includes exceptions for permanent residents and specific categories while maintaining full bans on high-risk nations.

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The Egyptian Customs Authority and the National Telecom Regulatory Authority (NTRA) announced the end of the exceptional customs exemption for mobile phones brought by passengers from abroad on Wednesday. Exemptions for phones owned by Egyptians residing abroad and tourists will remain for 90 days. The decision implements the governance system for imported mobile phones, effective from January 2025.

 

 

 

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