11 What are my rights living in South Africa? All people and children living in South Africa are entitled to certain rights, no matter what their documentation status is. Whether you are Zimbabwean or South African, we all have the same rights. Even if you do not have a birth certificate, a passport or a permit, you still have the right to access education, health care, and alternative care to name a few. There are some rights which are only for South African citizens, like the right to vote. 15