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The DSD has a community-based substance abuse programme. Ante-natal clinics often also have methadone withdrawal programmes.
Sometimes, but ultimately it is up to SASSA's discretion
The employer is not obliged to retain an employee who is permanently incapacitated if her working circumstances cannot be adapted.
It depends whether or not the deceased left a will
A PTO cannot be transferred because it is not a title deed.
An employer can only withhold your salary if they have a court order. They cannot withhold the provident fund.
The in duplum rule limits all interest and other payments on debt to double the amount of the original debt.
Yes, but you may need help to get Home Affairs to comply.
No, the provident fund can only withhold your money if you owe the employer money or have been convicted in a civil/criminal case
Yes, if you still qualify. You can also open a maintenance claim against your husband.