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ID Book Changes
South Africans are searching for the Minister of Home Affairs due to recent announcements about the replacement of the green ID book with a Smart ID.
According to reports, President Ramaphosa has confirmed that the green ID book is being phased out. Citizens can obtain a Smart ID, which is a more secure and efficient form of identification.
Migration Crackdown
In related news, the government is launching a biometric population register as part of a migration crackdown. This move is expected to impact the country's immigration policies and procedures.
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