South Africa unveils new visa scheme to attract global film industries


CAPE TOWN, Nov. 13 (Xinhua) -- South Africa announced a new visa scheme on Thursday, aiming to attract international film and creative production companies to shoot and invest in the country through a streamlined digital process.

The Department of Home Affairs unveiled the Screen Talent and Global Entertainment Scheme (STAGES) in a statement, describing it as a "catalytic visa reform to boost South Africa's standing as a leading global destination for film and other creative productions."

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