Disaster Management Act, 2002 (Act No. 57 of 2002)NoticesDirections on the establishment of a COVID-19 Vaccine Injury No-Fault Compensation Scheme issued in terms of the ActChapter V : Compensation18. Quantum and Structure of Compensation |
| 18.1 | The quantum of compensation will be determined by the Adjudication Panel in accordance with the Compensation Table provided in Schedule 6 and approved by the Director General. |
| 18.2 | Compensation shall be a capped amount in respect of the type of injury listed under a COVID-19 Vaccine Injury and shall make provision for lump sum compensation payments. |
| 18.3 | Compensation in terms of the Scheme only covers those aspects specified in Schedule 6. |
| 18.4 | A person who has submitted a claim for compensation under the Compensation for Occupational Injuries and Diseases Act, 130 of 1993 for an AEFI arising from vaccination shall not be eligible for compensation under the Regulations and these Directions. |