The Unemployment Insurance Fund (UIF) is a South African government programme that provides financial support to employees who lose their jobs or are unable to work due to qualifying reasons. Once you submit a UIF claim, you can easily check your claim status and balance online using the Department of Labour and Employment’s digital platform.… Read More »
As an employee in South Africa, your monthly contributions to the Unemployment Insurance Fund (UIF) act as a financial safety net if you lose your job, fall ill, or are unable to work. To stay informed about your contributions and benefits, it’s important to regularly check your UIF balance online. Here’s a step-by-step guide: Step… Read More »
• Updated 11 August 2025 Need to see how much money you still have left in your UIF “bank”? You can find the figure on WhatsApp in under 2 minutes; no data bundle required; the line is zero-rated on all SA networks. What you’ll actually see Step-by-step on your phone Pro tips for load-shedding Back-up… Read More »