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It is illegal not to pay your domestic worker's UIF. Your mother should apply for social grants and housing.
Most banks want you to show proof of two years of continuous employment to qualify for a loan.
Your municipal manager ought to know, otherwise ask the MEC for Agriculture and Rural Development.
You can report the matter to the CCMA.
If you don't buy the house, your chances of recovering the money aren't very good.
Home Affairs has been particularly inefficient since the Covid restrictions were implemented.
You can collect payments from August 2021 to March 2022.
If you were married before 1 November 1984, she can apply for redistribution of assets.
Yes, if she relies on you for financial support.
The municipality should help you, but you may have better luck contacting a humanitarian organisation.