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Relief for new asylum seekers
The Western Cape High Court has ruled against unconstitutional practices that denied asylum seekers access to the asylum system, affirming South Africa's commitment to international refugee law.
Western Cape High Court declares asylum seeker detention unconstitutional
The Western Cape High Court has ruled against unconstitutional practices that denied asylum seekers access to the asylum system, affirming South Africa's commitment to international refugee law.
Judgment on asylum seekers: South Africa's legal obligations under the Constitution
The Western Cape High Court has ruled that the detention and deportation of new asylum seekers in South Africa is unconstitutional, affirming the country's obligations under international law to protect individuals fleeing persecution.
Safety concerns for Home Affairs staff amid security guard reductions
The Public Servants Association has raised alarm over the safety of Home Affairs officials following reports of violent incidents and a significant reduction in security personnel.
Pretoria government buildings breach safety laws, putting thousands of workers at risk
Government departments in Tshwane are violating occupational health and safety regulations by forcing over 1 000 staff to work in hazardous conditions. Multiple buildings, including the Department of Home Affairs' Hallmark Building and the Government Printing Works, face serious structural issues, electrical hazards, flooding, and poor ventilation. Despite formal complaints and contravention notices issued by labour authorities, management has been slow to address these life-threatening conditions.
Pretoria government buildings breach safety laws, putting thousands of workers at risk
Government departments in Tshwane are violating occupational health and safety regulations by forcing over 1 000 staff to work in hazardous conditions. Multiple buildings, including the Department of Home Affairs' Hallmark Building and the Government Printing Works, face serious structural issues, electrical hazards, flooding, and poor ventilation. Despite formal complaints and contravention notices issued by labour authorities, management has been slow to address these life-threatening conditions.
Marriage Bill sparks debate: should South Africa raise consent age to 21?
The National Assembly's portfolio committee is urging patience as heated debates emerge over South Africa's Marriage Bill, with Eastern Cape residents pushing to raise the legal marriage age from 18 to 21. While the Bill aims to align with Constitutional Court rulings and criminalise marriages involving minors, religious organisations warn it could inadvertently criminalise traditional ceremonies and infringe on religious freedoms. Public hearings continue across five more provinces before final deliberations begin.
Protesters demand action against illegal immigration in South Africa's security sector
Protesters in Pretoria rally against the employment of illegal immigrants in the security and trucking sectors, alleging corruption within the Department of Home Affairs and demanding urgent investigations.
Multiple Pretoria government buildings declared unsafe as OHS crisis deepens
A growing workplace safety crisis is unfolding in Pretoria as multiple government departments face occupational health and safety violations. The Department of Home Affairs' Hallmark Building is the latest to be declared hazardous, forcing the relocation of immigration services staff following intense union pressure. This follows similar issues at the Department of Defence, highlighting a systemic problem in government building maintenance and safety standards.