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Can a divorcee apply for an RDP house?

Yes, but there are several factors involved.

Housing

Which documents do I need to claim UIF as an asylum seeker?

Here's the different ways to assist you.

Immigration Social Grants

Can I apply for the Older Person's Grant before turning 60?

No, you need to be 60 already.

Social Grants

My late father wrote an affidavit in 2011, leaving his house and everything in it to me. Is it still legally binding?

You may be able to use the affidavit, but there are steps you have to take

Inheritance Wills and estates

Can Home Affairs refuse to register my child if the mother's Visa expired?

No, they may not refuse to register a child’s birth. Here's why.

Home Affairs

I qualified for a disability grant but after missing work, my UIF claim was rejected. What must I do?

You can still claim, but it depends on several factors.

Labour Social Grants

I want to claim my late mother’s RDP house, but my uncle wants to take it. What must I do?

You need to find out if a title deed was issued for the house.

Housing Inheritance Wills and estates

Can a grandparent pay child support if they're on state pension?

It's unlikely that the court would require a grandparent to pay child support from their state pension.

Social Grants

Can I still claim my provident fund after being incarcerated for fraud?

Yes, but it depends on the amount of damages paid over to your employer.

Labour

We want to sell the RDP house that belongs to my husband and his previous girlfriend. She’s never lived there but wants a share of the money. Can she do this?

Yes, she may if her name appears on the title deeds.

Housing