Have a question you would like answered? Email us and we may answer it. The questions here are based on ones from our readers, with identifying information removed.
Please note: GroundUp is just a news agency. We are not lawyers or financial advisors, and we have nothing to do with SASSA, Home Affairs, or any other government bodies. We do our best to make the answers accurate using publicly available information, but we cannot accept any legal liability if there are errors. If you notice any discrepancies, please email [email protected].
"In allocation" means that the provincial Allocation Committee is in the process of deciding who should be allocated a house and you are among the applicants being considered.
Your father's permanent residence in South Africa does not give you access to study in South Africa.
You should report this to UIF and ask them to intervene, as you cannot claim your UIF benefits until your employer sends the documents.
Yes, you should be able to get an interview in the new Cape Town RRO in Epping using this letter.
Perhaps you can ask SASBO the Finance Union as it is known, for advice. You should ask the HR department to assist you to check if there are any errors. It is HR’s job to assist employees in that way.
We suggest that you ask your healthcare provide to make sure the advice is most suited to you.
Yes, as long as you don't go more than 24 hours between doses.
The recommendation is to exclusively breastfeed for the first six months.
ARVs are good enough that you do not need to take supplements for HIV treatment
We suggest you ask your doctor about your weight gain.