Following the announcement on 1 December by Home Affairs Minister Dr Aaron Motsoaledi, declaring an extension of the validity of exemption permits for Lesotho and Zimbabwean nationals until 31 December 2024, the department has subsequently published the corresponding gazettes. New exemption permits, if approved, will be valid until 29 November 2025.
FEDHASA Welcomes Launch of Electronic Travel Authorisation as Game-Changer for South Africa’s Tourism
The Federated Hospitality Association of South Africa (FEDHASA) has welcomed the announcement by Minister of Home Affairs, Dr. Leon Schreiber, of the new Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) system, presented at the Tourism Business Council of South Africa’s Leadership Conference. Brett Tungay, FEDHASA National Chairperson, commended the Minister for prioritising the