You can claim compensation from the Road Accident Fund if:

• You are injured as a result of a motor vehicle accident caused by the negligent driving of a motor vehicle driven by another person
• You are the dependant of a person (the breadwinner) who was injured or died in a motor vehicle accident caused by the negligent driving of a motor vehicle by another person
• You are a close relative of the deceased in respect of funeral expenses
• You are under 21 years but you must have the support of a parent or legal guardian

You can claim if you were involved in an accident as a driver or a passenger in a motor vehicle or motorcycle, or if you were a pedestrian.