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ANSWER THE FOLLOWING QUESTIONS:
(i)
Discuss the major shortcomings of the South African social security system.
(8)
(ii)
List three social security measures linked to employment relationship and
three of
those not linked to employment relationship.
(12)
(iii)
Distinguish between social assistance and social insurance
(5)
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Final answer:

The answer discusses South African social security system shortcomings, lists social security measures linked and not linked to employment, and distinguishes social assistance from social insurance.


Explanation:

Major shortcomings of the South African social security system:

  • Limited coverage and exclusion of certain vulnerable groups.
  • Inadequate benefit levels that do not provide a dignified standard of living.
  • Poor administration and challenges in access to benefits.

Social security measures linked to employment relationship:

  • Unemployment insurance.
  • Worker's compensation.
  • Employer-sponsored retirement plans.
  • Social security measures not linked to employment relationship:
    • Public assistance programs.
    • Universal healthcare.
    • Child benefits.
    • Distinguishing social assistance from social insurance:
    • Social assistance is means-tested and provides benefits based on financial need, while social insurance is based on contributions made during employment and provides benefits such as retirement pensions or disability payments.

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