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You could ask your uncle to make a sworn affidavit explaining the situation with your parents and that he raised you.
Home Affairs will probably accept just the father's ID, as long as they take a copy of your ID and letter of your permission.
We recommend you contact the Refugee Social Services for assistance.
He can try gathering his own school or hospital records and seek help from legal organisations.
Even without all the documents, you have the right to apply for Late Registration of Birth. If Home Affairs refuses or delays, you can seek legal help.
You could ask if the social workers are able to apply for a birth certificate for the child if the mother is unable or unwilling to do it.
If your birth was registered, you can get a copy of your birth certificate from Home Affairs. If not, you will need to apply through the Late Registration of Birth process.
Yes you can. Home Affairs will recognise that you have a right to represent your sister in the absence of any parent or guardian.
You first need to confirm his death was registered at the Master's Office so you can take his death certificate to Home Affairs and apply for your ID.
It seems to take two to three weeks on average to get your smart ID card.