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It may be possible if you can get a certified copy of their ID.
Unfortunately, Home Affairs does not grant visitor's visas to people who apply in terms of their minor South African children.
You will likely need a late registration of birth certificate but you can apply for a temporary ID in the meantime.
There are a few organisations that offer assistance, shelter, counselling, legal support and educational programmes
You and the mother/s will need a court order to compel the fund to do this.
Yes, but you may need help to get Home Affairs to comply.
You can contact Childline South Africa. Social workers try to help parents look after their children better.
I could not find anything to indicate that it would not be possible
Asylum/refugee status has been renewed up to 31 March 2021. You can apply for an ID.