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Letter from the CEO: October/November 2023

I often wonder where excellence has gone, can we get it back, and how does a business adapt to still be considered to deliver excellence?

Letter from the CEO: August/September 2023

This month I share updates on new legislation in South Africa, submit ideas with impact on our clients and inform you of new developments.

Letter from the CEO: July 2023

This month, I discuss Kruger National Park, border crossings in Africa, truck driving, missed Digital Nomad Visa deadlines, and service delivery failures.

Letter from the CEO: April/May 2023

I embarked on a journey to Dublin to participate in our industry's most prominent conference. Meanwhile, the Department of Home Affairs revealed their proposals for the Trusted Employer Scheme, along with several noteworthy practical alterations.

Letter from the CEO: March 2023

In March, we had a lot of exciting news to share. We became independent of loadshedding, had positive developments from our Kenya office, and received news about new legislation in South Africa. We hope to continue to meet our clients' service delivery expectations and provide them with the best possible experience.

Letter from the CEO: February 2023

Dear valued clients and partners, Now that we are well into 2023, I'd like to discuss load shedding, government reform, constructive meetings, and the welcoming back of staff. Thank you to our readers and clients for your continued support.

Letter from the CEO: November/December 2022

After a long 2022, IBN Immigration Solutions CEO shares his reflection of the year, and highlights the company goals heading into 2023.

Letter from the CEO: October 2022

In South Africa, we are losing the race for international talent. I hear from so many friends, colleagues, and network partners that Cape Town businesses cannot find suitable employees anymore. The South African labour market is facing a huge skills crisis, and nobody seems to notice.

Letter from the CEO: August/September 2022

In the recent two months a lot of interesting things have happened. In the following article I wish to share with you some humble lobbying success, draw your attention to a rather important High Court decisions, share with you current developments at Home Affairs, as well as the most recent developments at IBN.

Department of Home Affairs: Visa Processing Times