Madam Deputy Speaker, not as far as we know, but if that happens we will respond accordingly.
We are happy with the work that is under way in the Department of Home Affairs, but we need the support of all South African citizens so as to make sure that we cut down on these challenges that tend to become quite embarrassing at times.
Training of immigration officers in light of passenger processing agreement with Sita regarding visitors to 2010 Fifa Soccer World Cup tournament
129. Mr B A D Martins (ANC) asked the Minister of Home Affairs:
(1) Whether, in light of the passenger processing agreement with the State Information Technology Agency, Sita, which will eliminate immigration checks and formalities of visitors for the 2010 Fifa Soccer World Cup tournament at South African airports, her department has ensured that immigration officials are properly trained and prepared for this initiative; if not, why not; if so, what are the relevant details;
(2) to what extent is this initiative being popularised locally and internationally? NO1100E