EMPLOYMENT ‘IMBALANCE’: MPs demand answers as DHET admits data gaps on foreign university academic posts (opens original article in a new tab)

MPs demand transparency on foreign academic hires in South African universities, with DHET acknowledging data shortcomings and legal concerns over compliance.

• MPs demand universities prove no qualified South Africans available before hiring foreigners
• DHET admits data gaps on foreign academics' immigration status and employment
• Minister warns against unlawful employment of foreign nationals without valid visas