Housing & Accommodation
Find safe accommodation and know your rights as a tenant.
How GDSA Can Help
Resources for finding safe, affordable housing and understanding tenant rights in South Africa. Our community team provides direct guidance, document preparation support, and referrals to specialist partners. We walk with you through each step of the process.
Step-by-Step Process
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Know your rights as a tenant under the Rental Housing Act
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Insist on a written lease agreement — never pay rent without a receipt
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Excessive rent, illegal evictions, and inhumane conditions are illegal
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Report slumlords to the Rental Housing Tribunal (free process)
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GDSA maintains a list of community-vetted affordable housing options
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Emergency shelter referrals available for acute housing crises
Frequently Asked Questions
My landlord is threatening to evict me illegally. What should I do?
Document everything. An eviction in South Africa must follow a legal court process — no matter your immigration status. Contact GDSA or Legal Aid immediately.