South Africa Maternity Rights

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In South Africa, the money claimed from the UIF during maternity leave depends on the individual’s previous earnings, but typically, it is a percentage of their regular salary.

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Pregnant employees and new mothers instead claim 60% of their salary from UIF for up to four months maternity leave

Aarti Bhana