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What can I do if I don't qualify for government housing and have no source of income?

First claim your UIF, if you qualify. Then apply for the new Covid-19 SRD grant.

Basic Income Grant Housing Sassa Social Grants

Can I apply for a child grant if my partner isn't South African?

You can apply for the child support grant if your partner is a refugee or permanent resident.

Immigration Sassa Social Grants

Does the disability grant cover mental health issues?

Sometimes, but ultimately it is up to SASSA's discretion

Disability Rights Labour Sassa Social Grants

Can I re-apply for a child's grant now that my husband has walked out on us?

Yes, if you still qualify. You can also open a maintenance claim against your husband.

Sassa

Does SASSA go against the Constitution by considering all marriages as in community of property for grant applications?

Probably not.

Sassa Social Grants

Can SASSA give me a one-off advance or loan on an existing grant?

You may want to apply for the SRD grant and try to get maintenance from your children's father.

Housing Sassa Social Grants

Can SASSA terminate my wife's pension because I am a GEPF member?

All SASSA grants are means-tested. If your combined income is too high, SASSA will not pay her

Sassa

Can NSFAS approve my application if I'm getting the SRD?

You need to contact NSFAS

Covid-19 Sassa

How can I get SASSA to give me my late mother's last payout without her burial papers?

Go to the funeral parlour and ask for a copy of your invoice or receipt.

Inheritance Sassa

Can SASSA reclaim grant money now that I earn more than the qualifying amount?

SASSA can demand repayment for the period that your income exceeded the qualifying amount.

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