Thursday, September 09, 2010

Zimbabweans in South Africa Face Uncertainty

In Zimbabwe daily survival is such a struggle that, in desperation, many cross into neighboring South Africa in search of menial labor. It is estimated that as many as two million Zimbabweans live and work undocumented in South Africa. But now South Africa's cabinet has announced that as of 31 December this year, the special dispensation will end, for reasons of regional security.To read more click here. For contacts in South Africa for
Zimbabwe Exiles Forum
Holding Hands for Zimbabwe International
Jesuit Refugee Services
People Against Suffering, Suppression, Oppression and Poverty
Lawyers for Human Rights
Consortium for Refugees and Migrants in South Africa
The South African Human Rights Commission
click here.

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