Tashreeqa Isaacs’s life is mired in red tape because of an error that happened 18 years ago.
The minister announced that the committee will be vetting several categories of permits and visas issued since 2004 to crack down on fraud and corruption.
Home Affairs Minister Aaron Motsoaledi said that this came after several investigations by the department's counter-corruption unit found that dubious visas, permits and special citizenships were irregularly granted to prominent people by department officials.
Poor authentication systems with mobile network operators, as well shortcomings at the Department of Home Affairs, are being cited as some of the contributing factors.
They also want the establishment of a one-stop border post with neighbouring countries to address challenges at the Beitbridge Border Post.
Minister Aaron Motsoaledi on Wednesday briefed the media and rubbished reports that four drivers had died while they waited in the queue to cross.
Home Affairs Minister Aaron Motsoaledi visited the Pretoria office on Monday morning following a system glitch that left many stranded.
Africa Check takes a closer look at this recent claim by South African politician and businessperson Herman Mashaba.
The couple was out on bail after being arrested for their alleged involvement in fraud and money laundering worth over R100 million.
Section 10 of the Births and Deaths Registration Act stops fathers from registering their child at birth with their surname irrespective of whether the mother is deceased, absent, undocumented or cannot be located.
The contract, awarded to technology services company EOH, was for migrating data on the Home Affairs National Identification System (HANIS) to a new Automated Biometric Information System (ABIS).
President Cyril Ramaphosa signed the Border Management Authority Bill into law.
The country’s borders were closed with all international flights halted in an attempt to curb the spread of COVID-19.
This followed an escape on Sunday in which 37 illegal immigrants awaiting deportation climbed over walls when guards left their stations.
Home Affairs Minister Dr Aaron Motsoaledi said some of the guards employed by a private security company had left their stations and the centre unattended on Sunday.
Just over 4,700 birth certificates were re-issued since 27 March while more than 9,000 temporary IDs had been issued.
A worker who spoke to EWN on condition of anonymity for fear of being victimised said he was told to go on unpaid leave until his permit was renewed.
Of the 75 land, sea and airports around the country, 35 were shut down last week.
