Asked by Chane on 17-08-2023 16:06:54
Question posted in the Family Law category relating to Western Cape
Hello
I am a South African trying to get child support for my 1 year old from her father who from the Philippines that is currently working in dubai. I found out I was pregnant while working in dubai and that we were not married I needed to leave the country to avoid getting arrested. Ever since being home I have been struggling to find a permanent job. He has only.paid once this year and has giving me poor excuses for why he has not paid per month. I truly need help as financially things are difficult. He owes 3000 dhs for child support. Him and I came up with an agreement before I left
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