The Department of Home Affairs is pulling out all the stops to ensure that those who need Identity Documents (IDs) to cast their vote on 18 May have every opportunity to obtain them. Addressing a media briefing on Friday, the department's Director-General Mkuseli Apleni said on the day of the municipal elections all Home Affairs offices will open at 7am and close at 7pm. Apart from the normal services it offers, the offices will also issue temporary identity certificates to those who do … [Read more...] about Longer Hours for Home Affairs Opening on 18 May
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Smart ID Cards to Replace Identity Books
The Department of Home Affairs is a step ahead in changing the way it does business and delivering services to the people. Delivering her Budget Vote in Parliament on Tuesday, Minister Nkosazana Dlamini Zuma said the department has established forums to improve its quality of service delivery by identifying needs in the communities, oversight of offices and resolving problems innovatively. "Where gaps and challenges have been identified, the department is responding positively by … [Read more...] about Smart ID Cards to Replace Identity Books
2011 Matrics – Get Your IDs Now
The matric class of 2011 have been urged to apply for their IDs well ahead of their final examinations at the end of the year to avoid the last minute rush. "Part of your preparations for your final examinations later this year is for you to ensure you are in possession of a green bar coded identity document. I urge you to apply for your IDs, should you not have one already, as soon as possible at your closest Home Affairs office," said Home Affairs Minister, Dr Nkosazana Dlamini Zuma, on … [Read more...] about 2011 Matrics – Get Your IDs Now
