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If the deceased father did not leave a will, the law of Intestate Succession applies. If the son was not named on the title deed, he is not authorised to sell the house.
Your mother should probably lodge a request for a review of the Tshiamiso Trust decision.
If you haven't passed Grade 9, you first need to take the General Education Training Certificate exam before you can do adult matric through ABET.
Get a copy of the Trust Deed. You will then need a lawyer to make a court application to access the funds.
As a refugee, you have the right to fair work conditions and equal access to benefits like the UIF, medical, and provident fund if others at your workplace receive them.
Search on the Financial Sector Conduct Authority database to find out whether there is unclaimed money due to your father.
You should be able to report any harassment to police, but it might be advisable to first seek help from a local organisation.
SASSA does not regard outstanding debt or loans as income but regards these as assets. The current old age grant monthly income thresholds is R8,990 for a single person and R17,890 if you are married.
Your disability grant may have been declined because your medical form was outdated. You need to submit a recent report and appeal.
You may still claim from the GEPF by proving financial dependence and trying to involve the brother through a meeting, affidavit, or sworn statements from other relatives.