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You could refer the dispute to the Labour Court for arbitration, on the basis that the employer, has effectively unfairly dismissed you.
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.
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.