FOR MEMBERS: CLAIMS
Death Benefits
The Fund is governed by Section 37C of the Pension Fund Act. The Act ensures that benefits are paid out equitably to all dependants of the deceased whether they are factual or legal dependants. The nominations of the deceased are taken into consideration, however the Board of Trustees is not compelled to adhere to the members wishes.
Upon the death of a member
All reasonable steps must be taken to identify potential beneficiaries. The Act allows the Fund 12 months to conduct investigations to identify and locate dependants and nominees of the deceased. -If the Fund cannot identify or trace any dependants and nominees within the 12 month period, the Fund may pay the benefit to the estate of the deceased.
Allocation of benefits
The board takes the following into consideration to distribute a benefit equitably:
Upon the death of a member we would require the following documents. Additional documents may be requested
3.An affidavit from an independent person (Municipal Manager / Head of HR at the Employer municipality / Local Pastor or Priest / Induna / Tribal Chief / Councillor / Teacher or Family Doctor) stating that the child is the child of the deceased member
The assessment is required to establish if a guardian is in a position to administer the funds on behalf of the minor for a pro-longed period of time.
It is compulsory for each guardian to complete this form when claiming on behalf of a minor.
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