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Visa backlog progress is encouraging, but concerns remain

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South African businesses are optimistic about the strides made in clearing the visa backlog, but speed may come at a cost. Marisa Jacobs, Managing Director of Xpatweb, shares insights on the OFM Business Hour about the delicate balance between efficiency and accuracy in visa approvals following encouraging engagements with Home Affairs Minister, Leon Schreiber on efforts to eradicate the backlog.
27 Aug 2024 7AM English South Africa Business · Daily News

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