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Is it possible for my family and I to get an empty RDP house near us?
You need to ask the municipality who owns the house.
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What can you do if you’re unable to pay rent during lockdown?
No one can be evicted during the lockdown for any reason.
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When will I receive the money government promised essential workers?
There isn't much information on how this will be done.
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Why did Home Affairs deny my youngest child citizenship?
Children born after October 2014 will need a visa from Home Affairs.
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Why do I have to take leave in order to be paid by the UIF Relief Fund?
Your employer can require you to take annual leave at a time it suits them
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How can I bring my child back to South Africa from Nigeria?
You can contact these organisations.
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Can I remove illegal occupants staying at a house for which I have a letter of authority?
Under ordinary circumstances, no one can be evicted without a court order.
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I applied for an RDP house in 2015, but was told the list got lost. Is this possible?
No, it should not be possible that the housing office can simply lose your application.
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I lost my proof of an RDP application. What should I do?
Even if you lost your proof of applying, the municipality should be able to give you a copy.
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I'm a 27-year-old asylum seeker. Can I still be adopted?
You might need legal assistance.
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