
Sassa continues to review grants of targeted beneficiaries
These targeted beneficiaries are expected to present themselves at a Sassa local office where their eligibility will be reviewed.
Also read: Sassa announces grant payment dates for July
Sassa will ascertain whether or not they remain eligible for the social grant that they initially applied for. Sassa warned that beneficiaries who do not comply with this process risk having their grants suspended.
According to Sassa beneficiaries are legally required to:
Fully disclose all sources of income during their initial application.
Beneficiaries are also obligated to inform Sassa of any changes to their financial circumstances after their application has been approved.
Failure to comply with these requirements constitutes a violation of the Social Assistance legislation and may result in corrective action.
Sassa has undertaken a review of its database and grant administration processes to root out fraud and ensure that assistance reaches those who are eligible.
These reviews are specifically focused on individuals who:
Appear to be active in the labour market.
Whose incomes are close to or exceed the means threshold.
Also read: eThekwini approves strategic land use and infrastructure plan
Sassa's national spokesperson Paseka Letsatsi said, 'It is also important to note that no grant has been suspended yet. Sassa has only amended the payment schedule for those beneficiaries who have been requested to come in for a review.
'From previous reviews, Sassa has become aware that most clients do not maintain their contact details with Sassa, and as a result often don't get notifications that the Agency issues,' said Letsatsi.
Letsatsi said while it is a legislative obligation for all beneficiaries to ensure that their contact details are always up to date they would have little recourse should their grant be suspended due to failure to respond to a notification issued by Sassa.
'Sassa has thus issued this additional payment date, specifically for persons placed on review, as a means to further communicate with clients that there is a need for them to contact Sassa. Should no contact be made after two months, as per legislative requirements, only then will these beneficiaries' grants be suspended.
'During the time of suspension, the beneficiary has one month to approach Sassa should they believe they still qualify. After this period, the grant will be permanently cancelled and depending on their circumstances, a fraud investigation opened,' said Letsatsi.
Also read: Southlands Sun 04 July 2025
Sassa encourages all beneficiaries to disclose any alternative sources of income and to report any additional bank accounts not previously declared.
Beneficiaries still using the green bar-coded ID book are urged to replace it with the smart ID card, due to the increased risk of fraud associated with the older ID format.
How to contact Sassa?
For more information on grant reviews, clients are urged to contact the Sassa toll-free customer care line on 0800 60 1011 or [email protected], or their nearest Sassa local office.
For more Southlands Sun news, follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. You can also check out our videos on our YouTube channel or follow us on TikTok.
Subscribe to our free weekly newsletter and get news delivered straight to your inbox.
At Caxton, we employ humans to generate daily fresh news, not AI intervention. Happy reading!
Hashtags

Try Our AI Features
Explore what Daily8 AI can do for you:
Comments
No comments yet...
Related Articles


The Citizen
5 hours ago
- The Citizen
Sassa payments delayed due to review process
Several Pietermaritzburg residents were unable to collect their South African Social Security Agency (Sassa) grants on Wednesday due to a review process targeting beneficiaries suspected of having undisclosed income. According to an article published by The Witness, Sassa said payments have not been suspended, but reviews are being conducted to ensure that only eligible individuals receive grants. When The Witness visited payout points yesterday, some beneficiaries said they were advised to wait before checking their accounts. 'I have received my payout as my details are correct. We are shocked that there are people among us who are dishonest and getting extra money, while we are in need,' said one beneficiary, who asked not to be named. Lower Northdale Ward Councillor Rooksana Ahmed sent out a notice informing beneficiaries that they should check again with their respective banks the following day, due to the review. In a statement, Sassa said it is reviewing the eligibility of targeted beneficiaries who may have other income sources not disclosed at the time of their application. 'These targeted beneficiaries are expected to present themselves at a Sassa local office where their eligibility will be reviewed. Those who fail to comply may face suspension of their grants. Continued non-compliance may result in permanent cancellation,' the agency said. Sassa emphasised that beneficiaries are legally required to fully disclose all income sources during the application process and report any changes in financial circumstances thereafter. Sassa national spokesperson Paseka Letsatsi said failure to comply with these rules is a violation of the Social Assistance Act 13 of 2004 and may lead to corrective action. 'Sassa has undertaken a review of its database and processes to root out fraud and ensure grants go to eligible recipients. Reviews are focused on those active in the labour market, especially where income exceeds the means threshold and was not declared,' said Letsatsi. He added that no grants have been suspended at this stage. 'Only the payment schedule has been amended for those asked to undergo the review.' Letsatsi said Sassa is concerned that many clients do not update their contact details, which causes missed notifications. A second payment date has been issued for those under review, but if no contact is made within two months, the grant will be suspended. Beneficiaries will then have one month to respond before the grant is permanently cancelled. A fraud investigation may follow. Sassa urged all beneficiaries to declare any additional income or bank accounts and to replace green ID books with smart ID cards due to the risk of fraud. For more information, contact Sassa on 0800 60 1011 or email [email protected]. Breaking news at your fingertips… Follow Caxton Network News on Facebook and join our WhatsApp channel. Nuus wat saakmaak. Volg Caxton Netwerk-nuus op Facebook en sluit aan by ons WhatsApp-kanaal. Read original story on At Caxton, we employ humans to generate daily fresh news, not AI intervention. Happy reading!


The Citizen
16 hours ago
- The Citizen
Sassa continues to review grants of targeted beneficiaries
THE South African Social Security Agency (Sassa) continues to review social grants of targeted beneficiaries suspected to have other alternative sources of income that were not disclosed to Sassa. These targeted beneficiaries are expected to present themselves at a Sassa local office where their eligibility will be reviewed. Also read: Sassa announces grant payment dates for July Sassa will ascertain whether or not they remain eligible for the social grant that they initially applied for. Sassa warned that beneficiaries who do not comply with this process risk having their grants suspended. According to Sassa beneficiaries are legally required to: Fully disclose all sources of income during their initial application. Beneficiaries are also obligated to inform Sassa of any changes to their financial circumstances after their application has been approved. Failure to comply with these requirements constitutes a violation of the Social Assistance legislation and may result in corrective action. Sassa has undertaken a review of its database and grant administration processes to root out fraud and ensure that assistance reaches those who are eligible. These reviews are specifically focused on individuals who: Appear to be active in the labour market. Whose incomes are close to or exceed the means threshold. Also read: eThekwini approves strategic land use and infrastructure plan Sassa's national spokesperson Paseka Letsatsi said, 'It is also important to note that no grant has been suspended yet. Sassa has only amended the payment schedule for those beneficiaries who have been requested to come in for a review. 'From previous reviews, Sassa has become aware that most clients do not maintain their contact details with Sassa, and as a result often don't get notifications that the Agency issues,' said Letsatsi. Letsatsi said while it is a legislative obligation for all beneficiaries to ensure that their contact details are always up to date they would have little recourse should their grant be suspended due to failure to respond to a notification issued by Sassa. 'Sassa has thus issued this additional payment date, specifically for persons placed on review, as a means to further communicate with clients that there is a need for them to contact Sassa. Should no contact be made after two months, as per legislative requirements, only then will these beneficiaries' grants be suspended. 'During the time of suspension, the beneficiary has one month to approach Sassa should they believe they still qualify. After this period, the grant will be permanently cancelled and depending on their circumstances, a fraud investigation opened,' said Letsatsi. Also read: Southlands Sun 04 July 2025 Sassa encourages all beneficiaries to disclose any alternative sources of income and to report any additional bank accounts not previously declared. Beneficiaries still using the green bar-coded ID book are urged to replace it with the smart ID card, due to the increased risk of fraud associated with the older ID format. How to contact Sassa? For more information on grant reviews, clients are urged to contact the Sassa toll-free customer care line on 0800 60 1011 or [email protected], or their nearest Sassa local office. For more Southlands Sun news, follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. You can also check out our videos on our YouTube channel or follow us on TikTok. Subscribe to our free weekly newsletter and get news delivered straight to your inbox. At Caxton, we employ humans to generate daily fresh news, not AI intervention. Happy reading!

IOL News
a day ago
- IOL News
Durban rolls out the red carpet for over 45,000 visitors at the Hollywoodbets Durban July
eThekwini Mayor Cyril Xaba with members of the city's council, marketing leaders from Hollywoodbets and Gold Circle Racing, and models at the media launch of the Hollywoodbets Durban July at Westown Square. Image: ZamaNdosi Cele Durban is ready to roll out the red carpet for visitors as the city co-hosts the 129th edition of the Hollywoodbets Durban July. These are the words of eThekwini Mayor Cyril Xaba, who expressed his excitement during the launch of festivities at Weston Square and The Barn, the city's newly developed lifestyle and retail hub touted as the region's "Midrand", strategically situated between Durban and Pietermaritzburg. The Hollywoodbets Greyville Racecourse will be the epicentre of this prestigious horse racing event taking place on Saturday, drawing close to 45 000 local and international visitors. This influx is expected to result in a significant boost for the local economy, with hotel occupancy anticipated to reach 80% over the event weekend. Xaba addressed local media and dignitaries, including the Chairperson of Economic Development and Planning, Thembo Ntuli, and marketing leaders from Hollywoodbets and Gold Circle Racing. He enthusiastically declared, 'Whether you are a horse racing enthusiast or fashionista, the Durban July is an event you cannot miss. It remains the greatest horseracing event on the continent.' In a bid to enrich the experience for visitors, the city has orchestrated a variety of events and entertainment options beyond the Greyville Racecourse, ensuring that there is something for everyone to enjoy. Some visitors have already arrived, and local businesses are beginning to prepare their marquees in anticipation of the festivities. The mayor expressed confidence in the event's success, highlighting the collaborative effort with Hollywoodbets and Gold Circle Racing to deliver a stunning spectacle. 'This event presents another opportunity for Durban to demonstrate that it continues to be a premier destination for events, sports, and entertainment,' he noted, underlining the city's commitment to showcasing itself as a major player on the global stage. Xaba emphasised the city's ongoing efforts to enhance the overall visitor experience and maintain a safe environment for all attendees. 'Our law enforcement agencies have developed an integrated safety plan, supported by the private security industry. Therefore, visitors are guaranteed a safe stay in the city with high police visibility,' he stated. Durban has faced numerous challenges in the past, including the July 2021 unrest, the floods in April 2022, the Covid pandemic and not participating in Blue Flag beach status ratings in 2023, resulting in tourism being impacted. 'As part of reviving tourism in the city, I will be meeting key role players in the tourism industry, including the hospitality sector, so that together we can develop a common programme for enhancing visitors' experiences in the city. "This will also assist us in gaining insight into their future development plans and ensure that we are aligned,' he said. With a focused plan for growth and revitalisation, all eyes are glued on the city as Durban stands ready to welcome thousands to the glittering festivities of the Hollywoodbets Durban July, marking a new chapter in its journey towards rejuvenating the tourism sector.