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It's unclear. If the RDP house was built after the townhouse, both belong to the property owner so there may be just one title deed.
You can file a complaint with the credit ombud but you must first notify the credit provider and give them 20 days to fix it.
You need to have the title deed to sell the house. You also need to first offer it back to the municipality before you can sell it.
It is very difficult for foreign citizens to get financial aid in South Africa. Perhaps approach the institution where you want to study and ask them if they can help you.
It should not be necessary to change the personal information on your matric certificate, but you can apply for the certificate to be verified through Umalusi.
You can contact the Ebenhaeser outsider descendents project manager for assistance.
You need to establish if you were married under customary law despite not paying full lobola. If you were, your ex could claim half your estate.
We suggest that you consult your union if you were a member of a union.
You'll probably need a lawyer's help.
They must make representations under Section 8(1)E of the Extension of Security of Tenure Act (ESTA).