Home Affairs Minister Aaron Motsoaledi has clarified that no immigration laws were breached during the recent visit by United Arab Emirates President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan and his family.
Al Nahyan’s visit caused a public uproar about compliance with South Africa’s immigration laws after he landed at the Bulembu Airport, in the Eastern Cape along with his entourage, which included his family and guests from 32 different countries.
“I announced six – countries that are now allowed to come to Visa free – it was Qatar, UAE, Saudi Arabia, Ghana, Cuba, Sao Tome, and Principe. So, ordinary visitors from Saudi Arabia, whether they accompany the president or not- do not need visas. But the President was also accompanied by people from other countries- which need visas, people from 32 – different countries- furthermore, he was accompanied by some people from the US, Europe, and Canada.
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