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What arrangements can I make for my child’s grant money to be received by the person who will be looking after him?
You need to inform SASSA that the child’s circumstances have changed.
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Can graduates in the critical skills category receive a waiver from having to work for 5 years before applying for Permanent Residence?
Yes, if you have graduated from a South African university.
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Can my wife's application for a house in Mitchells Plain be transferred to Eerste River?
Yes, but you'll still have to wait on the Eerste River waiting list.
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Should my parents pay the municipality for an RDP house they gave to my uncle?
It depends on the arrangement between your parents and your uncle.
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Do I qualify for the Covid-19 TERS if I was a permanent employee who paid UIF monthly?
Yes, but you can't apply for both social grants.
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Can I change the dependent I registered as the sole beneficiary of my RDP house?
Yes, you need to decide to whom you wish to leave the house
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Can a pensioner get the child support grant as well as the old age pension?
No, here's why you won't qualify for both grants
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How can matric learners without IDs apply for one to write their final exams?
You may wish to consult the following organisations for advice
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I was awarded an erf 18 years ago but didn’t know about it. What should I do?
The municipality should still have records of awards of land made in 2002/3
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Can I apply for a child grant again after I cancelled it a few years ago?
Yes, if your income is below a certain level
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