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My domestic worker wants to claim UIF but I have never made a UIF payment. What do I do?

You can pay arrears to the UIF for the years you did not contribute.

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Can my wife’s employer refuse to retrench his staff during lockdown?

I don’t think your wife’s employer can be compelled to retrench his employees during the lockdown.

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Is it true that I can't receive UIF while receiving a permanent disability salary?

Yes, unfortunately this is true.

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I am unemployed and cannot pay my rent. What do I do?

An eviction order granted under Level 2 lockdown can only be carried out after the national state of disaster.

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How can I apply for my late husband's UIF benefits?

You will need to visit the Labour Centre.

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My asylum seeker permit expired and now I don't qualify for UIF. What can I do?

Your permit is still considered valid if it expired on or after 15 March.

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I got a job after receiving the R370 social relief grant. What must I do?

You are required to inform SASSA of this change.

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What arrangements can I make for my child’s grant money to be received by the person who will be looking after him?

You need to inform SASSA that the child’s circumstances have changed.

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Do I qualify for the Covid-19 TERS if I was a permanent employee who paid UIF monthly?

Yes, but you can't apply for both social grants.

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Can my boss use my leave days during the lockdown?

It depends on several factors

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