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Visit a Sizakala Centre first for municipal account help, indigent support, and referrals.

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Programs to contact

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eThekwini Municipality Sizakala Centres

Local Government Program

Sizakala community centres offering housing support referrals, food parcel and benefits enrollment help; transportation assistance available. See hours & eli...

Open provider page +1-212-476-8919
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eThekwini Municipality Revenue and Utility Services

Local Government Program

Utility and revenue office providing payment relief, subsidised utility plans and benefits enrollment for low-income households. Apply online for relief.

Open provider page +1-212-476-8919
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Durban People Mover

Local Government Program

Durban People Mover mass transit for accessing work, services and shelters across eThekwini; accessible routes and reliable schedules. See routes & schedules.

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The Domino Foundation Nutrition Programme

Nonprofit

Domino Foundation nutrition programme providing meal support and recovery-focused nutrition for seniors and people in addiction recovery. See sites & eligibi...

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TAFTA Durban

Nonprofit

TAFTA Durban offers old-age home placement, senior support services and free legal/benefits navigation for elders. See services & eligibility.

Open provider page +1-205-919-9953

Recommended next steps

  • Visit a Sizakala Centre first for municipal account help, indigent support, and referrals.
  • Take ID, proof of residence, and any utility account or arrears notices.
  • Apply for SASSA grants or check grant status if income, disability, age, or child-care needs apply.
  • Contact Legal Aid SA for eviction, domestic violence, debt, ID, labour, or benefits disputes.
  • Use KZN public health facilities for urgent care, chronic medication, HIV/TB care, and clinic referrals.
  • Ask Denis Hurley Centre about meals, basic healthcare, and homelessness support in central Durban.
  • Contact Domino Foundation for food-support referrals where available in Durban communities.
  • Use Durban People Mover or municipal transport information when planning low-cost city travel.
  • If a child or young person is street-connected or unsafe, contact iCare Durban urgently.
  • Older adults should ask TAFTA about meals, social work, housing options, and care support.

Need categories

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Housing and Shelter

  • Emergency and Stability
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Food Assistance

  • Food Security