Acceptance by South Africa of Syrian refugees who are living in the most horrendous conditions and aggravated by the refusal of some countries to allow them entry
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NATIONAL ASSEMBLY
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QUESTION NO 511 (NO4502E)
PUBLISHED IN THE INTERNAL QUESTION PAPER NO. 15 -2015 OF 28 OCTOBER 2015.
MR AM SHAIK EMAN (NFP) TO ASK THE MINISTER OF INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS AND COOPERATION:
Whether, with reference to the Syrian refugees who are living in the most horrendous conditions and aggravated by the refusal of some countries to allow them entry, South Africa as a caring nation will consider accepting some refugees; if not, why not; if so, when?
REPLY:
The Department of Home Affairs controls, regulates and facilitates immigration and the movement of persons through ports of entry. It also provides civics and immigration services at foreign missions; and determines the status of asylum seekers and refugees in accordance with the international obligations.
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