🏥 Medical Support
National Department of Health Hotline
Health Information Hotline: 0800 029 999
Emergency Medical Services: 112 (from a mobile phone) or 10177
Website: National Department of Health
This category can assist with: Public healthcare information, clinic and hospital referrals, health‑related enquiries and emergency medical assistance.
🤝 Community Hardship & Social Assistance
South African Social Security Agency (SASSA)
Toll‑Free Helpline: 0800 60 10 11
Email: GrantEnquiries@sassa.gov.za
Website: SASSA
SASSA assists vulnerable individuals and families through various grants and social relief programmes, including: Older Person's Grant, Disability Grant, Child Support Grant, Foster Care Grant and Social Relief of Distress (SRD) assistance.
👵 Elderly Care & Senior Citizen Support
Age in Action
Website: Age in Action
Age in Action provides support and advocacy for older persons throughout South Africa.
Community Support Directory
The organizations listed below are independent organizations and government entities. Thuleleni TV is not affiliated with or endorsed by these organizations unless otherwise stated. Contact details are provided for public information purposes only.These public organizations offer free or low‑cost support to people in South Africa. In an emergency, always contact the relevant emergency number first.
⚖️ Legal Aid
Legal Aid South Africa
Toll‑Free Advice Line: 0800 110 110
National Office: 011 877 2000
Website: Legal Aid South Africa
Legal Aid South Africa provides legal advice and representation to people who cannot afford private legal services, including criminal matters, family law, maintenance, domestic violence and certain civil cases.
👶 Child Protection
Childline South Africa
Toll‑Free Helpline: 116
Website: Childline South Africa
Childline South Africa provides support for child abuse, neglect, child protection concerns and counselling services.
🚨 Gender‑Based Violence & Domestic Violence Support
Gender‑Based Violence Command Centre
Toll‑Free Helpline: 0800 428 428
SMS 'Help' to: 31531
The Gender‑Based Violence Command Centre offers crisis counselling, referrals and emergency intervention support for people affected by gender‑based or domestic violence.