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You need to establish if you were married under customary law despite not paying full lobola. If you were, your ex could claim half your estate.
We suggest that you consult your union if you were a member of a union.
You'll probably need a lawyer's help.
They must make representations under Section 8(1)E of the Extension of Security of Tenure Act (ESTA).
First report the death to the Master of the High Court. The Master will appoint a representative to have the letter of authority to wind up the estate.
If you retire, you can only cash out up to one third of the money in your pension fund. The balance will be paid as fixed sum of money monthly.
No, but you can apply for a relativeās visa.
Make a sworn, signed, certified affidavit at the police station about how and when you bought the house and from whom, including the name of the daughter you paid and how much you paid for it.
There are two lease contract options: lease option and lease purchase.
You can ask SASSA to reconsider your application. You can also appeal to the Minister of Social Development.