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You can apply for the child support grant if your partner is a refugee or permanent resident.
Sometimes, but ultimately it is up to SASSA's discretion
Yes, if you still qualify. You can also open a maintenance claim against your husband.
Probably not.
You may want to apply for the SRD grant and try to get maintenance from your children's father.
All SASSA grants are means-tested. If your combined income is too high, SASSA will not pay her
You need to contact NSFAS
Go to the funeral parlour and ask for a copy of your invoice or receipt.
SASSA can demand repayment for the period that your income exceeded the qualifying amount.
You can pay arrears to the UIF for the years you did not contribute.