Home Affairs has no answer for major smart ID problem

Home Affairs has remained silent on an issue plaguing naturalised citizens in South Africa and undermining the Home Affairs @ ...
TimesLIVE

Home affairs breaks record with more than 4-million smart IDs issued in 2025

Smart IDs are more secure than the green barcoded ID books, which have long been criticised for being vulnerable to fraud.
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Home affairs in the docks over 6 500% fee increase

Minister of Home Affairs defends the move, saying it’s the price to pay for the department’s digital-first strategies. But at what cost?

Easy way for Tymebank and Discovery Bank customers to get a smart ID at a bank branch

Until then, TymeBank and Discovery Bank customers can still get a smart ID card or passport at another bank’s branch under ...
News24

Telcos taking Home Affairs to court over massive increase in fee for ID checks

The Association of Communications and Technology, which represents the biggest mobile network operators in South Africa, is ...

Home Affairs breaks records with over 4 million Smart IDs issued in 2025

The Department of Home Affairs in South Africa has achieved a historic milestone by issuing over 4 million Smart ID Cards in 2025.

Home Affairs extends deadline for public comments on immigration and refugee protection white paper

The Department of Home Affairs in South Africa has extended the deadline for public comments on the Draft Revised White Paper on Citizenship, Immigration, and Refugee Protection to February 15, 2026, ...