An employee who loses his/her work as a result of his/her dismissal, fixed-term contract coming to an end, or the insolvency or death of his/her employer. An employee cannot claim from the UIF if s/he resigned.

Unemployment Insurance Fund (UIF)

The Unemployment Insurance Fund in South Africa offers short-term financial assistance to people who become unemployed. This QuickLaw guide contains information related to your rights and the UIF.