LAWYERS FOR HUMAN RIGHTS SUBMISSION TO THE DEPARTMENT OF HOME AFFAIRS ON THE DRAFT REVISED WHITE PAPER ON CITIZENSHIP, IMMIGRATION AND REFUGEE PROTECTION | 15 FEBRUARY 2026

Date: 15/02/2026


Intro paragraph:

This submission provides a human rights–based and practicable analysis of the Draft White Paper, with particular emphasis on its constitutional implications, alignment with South Africa’s international and regional human rights obligations, and its potential impact on vulnerable and marginalised groups. These submissions are limited to issues falling within LHR’s mandate and areas of expertise and do not seek to address every provision of the Draft White Paper in detail.

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