South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) has confirmed no grants have been suspended despite recent headlines implying as much. Rather, the delays in payment have resulted from the review of certain beneficiaries. SASSA insists this process is not disciplinary but rather a legal obligation to verify continued eligibility.
Why Is This Review Necessary?
SASSA is trying to identify social grant beneficiaries who may have:
- Undeclared income
- Unreported changes to financial position
- Mismatch of information with official records
This also includes verification against other databases such as banks, UIF, and Home Affairs to detect inclusion errors like receiving a grant when the beneficiary is already earning a salary.
Who Is Affected And What Are The Next Steps?
Over 210,000 beneficiaries have been identified for non-disclosure of additional income and have had their June 2025 payments put on hold. These beneficiaries were given a period of 30 days within which to visit a SASSA office to have their eligibility reviewed. If they do not respond, they face having their grant payments suspended and possibly having the grants terminated altogether.
Suspension Without A Notice Is Not Possible For A Beneficiary, As Stated By SASSA
SASSA follows Social Assistance Act-compliance reviews for every single case before implementing the discontinuation of any grant, as it has been doing. This practice also ensures that SASSA continues to protect public funds by ensuring that grants are issued only to genuinely eligible recipients.
Actions Beneficiaries Must Take
Beneficiaries are required to:
- Visit a SASSA office and submit all necessary documents, including proof of income, bank statements, and identification, among others.
- Reply within the 30 days given in the notification in order to avoid the delay or cancellation of the grant.
- Keep all personal and financial details current, to ensure receipt of all communications.
Also Read: Good News! SASSA Monthly Grants Get a Boost in 2025 – Check the New Payouts