When Distance Doubles the Burden: Cape Town’s Congolese and the Passport Predicament
The unfolding situation in South Africa has compelled countless Congolese nationals to regularize their residency—a pressing necessity in an environment marked by shifting policies and heightened scrutiny. The first and most crucial step on this arduous journey is securing a Congolese passport, a document that unlocks the possibility of obtaining a visa and, with it, a measure of security and dignity. Unsurprisingly, the Congolese Embassy has witnessed a dramatic surge in passport applications,