Reduced Work Time

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Reduced Work Time

• In terms of Section 12(1) b of the Unemployment Insurance Amendment Act 10 of 2016, a contributor employed in any sector,
other than domestic that loses his or her income due to reduced working time, despite still being employed, is entitled to benefits.

• If the contributor’s total income falls below the benefits level which the contributor would have received, if he or she had become
wholly unemployed, he will qualify for benefits and the claim will be approved. The applicant’s benefits are subject to having enough
credits (top up will apply).