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She can check if she is registered for UIF and if deductions have been made from her salary.
No, if you are 54 or younger, you do not meet the requirements.
Take your father's Mineworkers Provident Fund Statement to SARS and ask them to investigate urgently.
The early retirement without penalties policy was only approved in 2024.
The UIF or Labour Department should be able to give your complete employment history.
It’s illegal for an employer to deduct UIF and not pay it over. Report this to the Labour department or the CCMA.
You qualify for permanent residence in terms of section 26 (a) of the Immigration Act, you can apply at Home Affairs, though the process can be slow.
You should contact Legal Aid to get legal advice on how you should proceed.
You should reach out to the provident fund administrator. They may have knowledge of unclaimed benefits.