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South African Court Rules Against 'Inconsistent' Refugee Rule

The Western Cape High Court has ruled that a Department of Home Affairs rule that asylum seekers and refugees may only apply for temporary or permanent residence if they give up their asylum or refugee status is inconsistent.

The Yale Globalist

A line of refugees and asylum seekers waiting outside the Department of Home Affairs Office at the Customs House on the Foreshore in Cape Town (file photo).

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