{"id":23806,"date":"2025-08-19T14:46:22","date_gmt":"2025-08-19T12:46:22","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/?p=23806"},"modified":"2026-03-12T10:00:37","modified_gmt":"2026-03-12T08:00:37","slug":"ekurhuleni-ex-mine-workers-registration-deadline","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/ekurhuleni-ex-mine-workers-registration-deadline\/","title":{"rendered":"GDoH Announces, Last Week Of Registration Period For Ekurhuleni Ex-Mine Workers\u2019 Social Security Benefits"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>The Gauteng Department of Health (GDoH), together with the Medical Bureau for Occupational Diseases (MBOD) and key stakeholders, is urging all eligible ex-mine workers in the Ekurhuleni District to complete their registration for social security benefits before the deadline. The registration period closes on Friday, 22 August 2025.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>RELEVANT ARTICLE:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/ex-mine-workers-social-support-ekurhuleni\/\">Government Launches Next Phase of Ex-Mine Workers Social Support in Ekurhuleni<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-yoast-seo-table-of-contents yoast-table-of-contents\"><h2>Table of contents<\/h2><ul><li><a href=\"#who-should-register\" data-level=\"2\">Who Should Register?<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#registration-venues-and-operating-hours\" data-level=\"2\">Registration Venues and Operating Hours<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#required-documentation\" data-level=\"2\">Required Documentation<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#why-registration-is-important\" data-level=\"2\">Why Registration is Important<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#understanding-occupational-diseases\" data-level=\"2\">Understanding Occupational Diseases<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#how-the-compensation-will-be-beneficial\" data-level=\"2\">How the Compensation Will Be Beneficial<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#registration-progress-and-next-steps\" data-level=\"2\">Registration Progress and Next Steps<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#how-to-get-more-information\" data-level=\"2\">How to Get More Information<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#importance-of-timely-registration\" data-level=\"2\">Importance of Timely Registration<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"who-should-register\">Who Should Register?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Ekurhuleni Ex-Mine Workers who are no longer actively employed in the mining sector, along with their families, are encouraged to register to access benefits related to workplace illnesses and potential provident or pension funds.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"gaute-892075375\" class=\"gaute-inbetween-content gaute-entity-placement\" style=\"margin-top: 30px;margin-bottom: 30px;margin-left: auto;margin-right: auto;text-align: center;\"><div class=\"gaute-adlabel\">Advertisement<\/div><script async src=\"\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js?client=ca-pub-1852772760112594\" crossorigin=\"anonymous\"><\/script><ins class=\"adsbygoogle\" style=\"display:block;\" data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-1852772760112594\" \ndata-ad-slot=\"1819787043\" \ndata-ad-format=\"auto\" data-full-width-responsive=\"true\"><\/ins>\n<script> \n(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); \n<\/script>\n<\/div><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"registration-venues-and-operating-hours\">Registration Venues and Operating Hours<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Designated registration sites are open from 08h00 to 16h00 on weekdays at the following locations:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Thelle Mogoerane Regional Hospital &#8211; Training Centre Hall, Vosloorus<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Bertha Gxowa Hospital &#8211; Dr. Clarence Mini Hall, Germiston<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Tambo Memorial Hospital &#8211; Villa Nerina Hall, Boksburg<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Pholosong Hospital &#8211; Auditorium and Lapa, Tsakane<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Far East Rand Hospital &#8211; Crisis Centre, Springs<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Phola Park Clinic, Thokoza<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Katlehong North Clinic, Katlehong<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"required-documentation\">Required Documentation<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Ex-mine workers must bring relevant identification documents, including:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Mineworker\u2019s Identity card (Makhulu-skop)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>South African ID documents<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Any paperwork previously received from mining employers<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"gaute-1703635578\" class=\"gaute-inbetween-content gaute-entity-placement\" style=\"margin-top: 30px;margin-bottom: 30px;margin-left: auto;margin-right: auto;text-align: center;\"><div class=\"gaute-adlabel\">Advertisement<\/div><script async src=\"\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js?client=ca-pub-1852772760112594\" crossorigin=\"anonymous\"><\/script><ins class=\"adsbygoogle\" style=\"display:block;\" data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-1852772760112594\" \ndata-ad-slot=\"1819787043\" \ndata-ad-format=\"auto\" data-full-width-responsive=\"true\"><\/ins>\n<script> \n(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); \n<\/script>\n<\/div><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"why-registration-is-important\">Why Registration is Important<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Registering for social security benefits is vital because it ensures that former Ekurhuleni mine workers and their families can claim compensation for health issues caused by their work environments. Mining can expose workers to hazardous conditions that may lead to long-term illnesses. Timely registration allows beneficiaries to access medical support, financial compensation, and social assistance that may help improve their quality of life.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<blockquote class=\"twitter-tweet\" data-width=\"550\" data-dnt=\"true\"><p lang=\"en\" dir=\"ltr\">The Social Security Benefits Programme is currently underway in Ekurhuleni. Ex-mine workers are urged to register at Tambo Memorial Hospital.<br><br>\ud83d\uddd3\ufe0f 21 Jul\u201322 Aug 2025\u2070\ud83d\udd57 8AM\u20134PM\u2070\ud83d\udccdAlso at: Thelle, Bertha Gxowa, Pholosong &amp; Far East Rand Hospital\u2070\u2705 Bring ID &amp; mine documents <a href=\"https:\/\/t.co\/tpVdBb54XR\">pic.twitter.com\/tpVdBb54XR<\/a><\/p>&mdash; Gauteng Health (@GautengHealth) <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/GautengHealth\/status\/1950118626230517849?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">July 29, 2025<\/a><\/blockquote><script async src=\"https:\/\/platform.twitter.com\/widgets.js\" charset=\"utf-8\"><\/script>\n<\/div><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><a href=\"https:\/\/x.com\/GautengHealth\/status\/1950118626230517849\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">X\/Twitter<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"understanding-occupational-diseases\">Understanding Occupational Diseases<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Occupational diseases are illnesses that result directly from workplace conditions. In mining, these often include respiratory diseases like silicosis and tuberculosis, hearing loss due to prolonged noise exposure, and other chronic conditions resulting from hazardous materials or strenuous labor. Recognizing these diseases as work-related qualifies affected workers, including Ekurhuleni ex-mine workers, for certain benefits and compensation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/gauteng-image-1755606585-724x1024.png\" alt=\"Gauteng News Image\" class=\"wp-image-23818\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><a href=\"https:\/\/x.com\/GautengHealth\/status\/1949748523198492709\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">X\/Twitter<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"gaute-3320411592\" class=\"gaute-inbetween-content gaute-entity-placement\" style=\"margin-top: 30px;margin-bottom: 30px;margin-left: auto;margin-right: auto;text-align: center;\"><div class=\"gaute-adlabel\">Advertisement<\/div><script async src=\"\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js?client=ca-pub-1852772760112594\" crossorigin=\"anonymous\"><\/script><ins class=\"adsbygoogle\" style=\"display:block;\" data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-1852772760112594\" \ndata-ad-slot=\"1819787043\" \ndata-ad-format=\"auto\" data-full-width-responsive=\"true\"><\/ins>\n<script> \n(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); \n<\/script>\n<\/div><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"how-the-compensation-will-be-beneficial\">How the Compensation Will Be Beneficial<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The compensation provided through MBOD and related schemes can cover medical costs and provide financial support to those who are no longer able to work due to occupational illnesses. Additionally, it sometimes includes access to pension or provident funds accumulated during a worker\u2019s employment. This financial relief can ease the burden on workers and their families, ensuring basic needs are met.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"registration-progress-and-next-steps\">Registration Progress and Next Steps<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>As of Monday, 18 August 2025, a total of 1,741 ex-mine workers and their beneficiaries have registered. The Ekurhuleni Ex-Mine Workers eligible will be contacted by the MBOD to assist with submitting claims for occupational diseases and provident\/pension funds.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<blockquote class=\"twitter-tweet\" data-width=\"550\" data-dnt=\"true\"><p lang=\"en\" dir=\"ltr\">Registration for the Social Security Benefits Programme is now underway in Ekurhuleni!<br><br>\ud83d\uddd3\ufe0f21 July \u2013 22 August 2025<br>\ud83d\udd578AM\u20134PM<br><br>\ud83d\udccd Sites:<br>\u2022 Tambo Memorial Hospital<br>\u2022 Thelle Mogoerane Hospital<br>\u2022 Bertha Gxowa Hospital<br>\u2022 Pholosong Hospital<br><br>\ud83d\udcccBring your ID &amp; mineworker documents. <a href=\"https:\/\/t.co\/OgHyo8urh1\">pic.twitter.com\/OgHyo8urh1<\/a><\/p>&mdash; Gauteng Health (@GautengHealth) <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/GautengHealth\/status\/1947607910344761564?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">July 22, 2025<\/a><\/blockquote><script async src=\"https:\/\/platform.twitter.com\/widgets.js\" charset=\"utf-8\"><\/script>\n<\/div><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><a href=\"https:\/\/x.com\/GautengHealth\/status\/1947607910344761564\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">X\/Twitter<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"gaute-2562697780\" class=\"gaute-inbetween-content gaute-entity-placement\" style=\"margin-top: 30px;margin-bottom: 30px;margin-left: auto;margin-right: auto;text-align: center;\"><div class=\"gaute-adlabel\">Advertisement<\/div><script async src=\"\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js?client=ca-pub-1852772760112594\" crossorigin=\"anonymous\"><\/script><ins class=\"adsbygoogle\" style=\"display:block;\" data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-1852772760112594\" \ndata-ad-slot=\"1819787043\" \ndata-ad-format=\"auto\" data-full-width-responsive=\"true\"><\/ins>\n<script> \n(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); \n<\/script>\n<\/div><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"how-to-get-more-information\">How to Get More Information<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>For more details on eligibility and the registration process, ex-mine workers and dependents can contact the MBOD Call Centre at 080 1000 240.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"importance-of-timely-registration\">Importance of Timely Registration<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>It is crucial for ex-mine workers, particularly in Ekurhuleni, to register before the closing date to ensure they secure their rightful social security benefits. These benefits provide vital support for work-related health conditions and financial assistance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.gauteng.gov.za\/Departments\/CPM-001006\/Publications\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Gauteng Department of Health\u2019s<\/a> effort to facilitate this process underlines its commitment to the wellbeing of former mine workers in the region.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/gauteng-image-1755606461-790x1024.png\" alt=\"Gauteng News Image\" class=\"wp-image-23817\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><a href=\"https:\/\/x.com\/GautengHealth\/status\/1957765612534378638\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">X\/Twitter<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Last chance for Ekurhuleni ex-mine workers to register for social security benefits. 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