I think you are better off returning home to Zimbabwe. Crying for a work permit that will never come is a waste of time. By now you could have started something innovative in Zimbabwe instead of trying to stay on in someone's country. I lived in RSA on a work permit for a good 10 years, but then realised that home is best and am now back "home" in Zambia and working and doing all sorts of things, like farming and teaching journalism at a local university. So, really Meli Ncube, pack your bags and go back to Bulawayo or Harare. You will NEVER regret it. By the way, after my 10 years in Mozambique, and then 10 years in RSA, I spent a further six months in your country (in Mutare) but left before my 3-year contract and Zimbabwe work permit expired. I am happy to be home among my similing fellow citizens !