Veteran actress Pamela Nomvete has shared with relief and joy that her South African passport has finally been renewed. The former Lockdown actress, who is now based in the United Kingdom, was born in exile and obtained her South African citizenship so she could vote for a black majority government, and she has always had […]
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South Africa’s passport, once a ticket to hassle-free movement across parts of the globe, has lost its shine in recent years. The blow landed hardest in 2024, when Ireland scrapped visa-free entry for South Africans, sparking frustration for travellers suddenly faced with delays of up to 14 weeks. Now, Home Affairs Minister Leon Schreiber says […]
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South Africa has re-entered the ranks of the world’s 50 strongest passports, according to the latest Henley Passport Index. This shift in position signals a turn in the nation’s passport power, climbing from 53rd to 48th place between 2024 and 2025. The Henley Passport Index is a comprehensive ranking that assesses the visa-free access of 199 […]
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Whether you are planning on traveling or renewing your passport, you only have three weeks to do so as the minister of Home Affairs confirmed the increase of passports.The application fee for a standard South African passport for both adults and children will increase from next month. Most applicants will be playing 50% more than […]
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