SASSA Clarifies: Social Grants Remain in Place During Beneficiary Review
The South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) has issued an important clarification regarding the ongoing beneficiary review process. SASSA confirms that social grants will continue to be paid uninterrupted while the agency conducts its routine reviews of grant recipients.
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Background on the Beneficiary Review Process
SASSA conducts periodic reviews of social grant beneficiaries to ensure that only eligible individuals receive support. These reviews help maintain the integrity of the social grant system by verifying that recipients continue to meet the qualifying criteria.
The current review process involves updating beneficiary information, confirming eligibility, and identifying any changes in circumstances that may affect grant qualification.
Assurance of Uninterrupted Payments
In response to public concerns, SASSA emphasises that no social grant payments will be stopped or delayed during the review period. Beneficiaries should continue to receive their grants on the usual payment dates.
This assurance applies to all types of social grants, including:
- Older Person’s Grant
- Child Support Grant
- Disability Grant
- Foster Child Grant
- Care Dependency Grant
- Grant-in-Aid
What Beneficiaries Need to Do
SASSA urges beneficiaries to cooperate fully with the review process by:
- Responding promptly to any communication from SASSA regarding their grant
- Providing accurate and up-to-date information when requested
- Visiting local SASSA offices or service points if required for verification
Beneficiaries who have changed their contact details or address should update this information with SASSA to avoid missing important notifications.
Addressing Common Concerns
Some beneficiaries have expressed fears that the review might lead to sudden grant cancellations. SASSA clarifies that the review is a standard administrative procedure and not an immediate trigger for stopping payments.
If a beneficiary’s grant is found to be no longer eligible after the review, SASSA will follow due process, including providing notice and an opportunity to appeal the decision.
How to Verify Grant Status
Beneficiaries can check their grant status and payment details via:
- The SASSA website: www.sassa.gov.za
- The SASSA mobile app
- Contacting the SASSA toll-free helpline at 0800 60 10 11
Keep Your Information Up-To-Date
SASSA’s clarification provides reassurance that social grants will continue without interruption during the beneficiary review process. The agency encourages beneficiaries to stay informed, cooperate with requests, and report any changes promptly to ensure ongoing support.
Maintaining transparency and trust is essential as SASSA works to safeguard social grants for South Africa’s vulnerable populations.
