The UCT Refugee Rights Unit has developed three practical guides to assist refugees, legal practitioners, and government officials in understanding and navigating three important aspect of asylum in South Africa.

Refugee Status Determination Manual, this manual aims to guide asylum seekers and refugees through the refugee status determination (asylum system) in South Africa.

Detention Manual, this manual aims to guide asylum seekers and refugees through detention matters in South Africa.

Children’s Rights Manual, this manual aims to assist and guide parents, caregivers, social workers and government officials in safeguarding refugee and migrant children in need of care and protection.