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You should lay a complaint with the UIF. If they don't help, you can escalate your complaint to the call centre at 0800 030 007.
You first need to register your baby's birth with Home Affairs, then apply for their passport at your embassy/consulate so that you can apply for an Accompanying Minors Visa.
Yes, but only with the mother's permission can an application be made to the High Court.
She can go to the Department of Home Affairs. Because she and the father are Zimbabwean, the child's birth certificate will not have an ID number.
No. Legally, the principal does not have the power to block access to the matric farewell because of outstanding school fees.
Apply to the Children's Court for an adoption order. There will be checks to make sure you will be a fit parent.
Yes. Every child has the constitutional right to a name and nationality from birth, including birth registration.
Your best bet is probably to ask an organisation that frequently deals with Home Affairs to help you.
You should go to the SASSA office and explain the situation and why you are applying for the Child Support Grant.
Both of these issues can be resolved through mediation to reach an agreement or parenting plan, which can then be made an order of court.