Uncertainty grips over 180 000 ZEP holders
Within hours, the Department of Home Affairs released an official statement saying “there has been no change in policy”.
By Problem Masau
Apr. 17, 2026
South Africa dashes permanent residents hopes for Zimbabwean exemption permit holders
Despite media suggestions earlier this week that permit holders might be allowed to transition to permanent status, the DHA issued a firm correction on Wednesday.
By Staff Reporter
Apr. 16, 2026
ZEP extension faces pushback
“There is still no clear, time-bound plan to resolve this long-standing issue, leaving our borders porous and our immigration system in disarray.”
By Sydney Kawadza
Oct. 13, 2025
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Zanu PF affiliate hit by leadership squabbles
ZEPPDRA members are said to be upset over the appointment of secretary general Douglas Ndlovu as the acting chairperson during Kuretu's burial.
By Nunurai Jena
Aug. 24, 2025
Councillors abuse subsistence allowance facility
NewsDay heard that councillors are reportedly failing to pay back money advanced as subsistence allowance for sanctioned and unsanctioned trips.
By Nunurai Jena
May. 30, 2025
Trade liberalisation: A pathway to economic growth or a recipe for dependency?
Reports suggest that the country's agricultural exports, apart from tobacco, have diminished significantly, losing their competitive edge within the region.
By Lovemore Nyawo
Mar. 23, 2025
SA banks freeze Zep holders’ accounts
Global Immigration and Legal Consultancy legal director Gabriel Shumba confirmed the freeze of Zep holders’ bank accounts.
By Silas Nkala
Jan. 14, 2025
SA’s new visa system rattles ZEP holders
South Africa’s Home Affairs minister Leon Schreiber last Friday issued a ministerial immigration directive allaying the immigrants' fears.
By Silas Nkala
Oct. 23, 2024
Zim must do more to attract investment
Stable and transparent policies are essential as investors seek stability. They need assurance that policies will not change unpredictably.
By The Zimbabwe Independent
Jun. 28, 2024
