South African citizens and residents between the ages of 18 and 59 who have been rejected for a disability grant have the right to appeal the decision, according to the South African Social Security Agency (SASSA). SASSA advised disability grant applicants to lodge an appeal within 30 days of receiving a rejection letter. The agency … Read more
The South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) provides social grants to eligible South African citizens. One such grant is the R350 SASSA SRD grant which provides temporary financial relief to unemployed South Africans. The Moya app is often mistaken as the official SASSA app, however it is simply a messaging app that also allows grant … Read more
The team at Sassa-status-check.live has developed an incredibly useful unofficial app that allows South Africans to easily check the status of their R350 Social Relief of Distress (SRD) grant application. In this guide we will provide you with an overview of the app and step-by-step instructions for utilizing its helpful features. Key Features of the … Read more
Many South Africans rely on social grants from the South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) to cover basic needs. A common question is whether these funds can be used to purchase National Lottery tickets, or if doing so is illegal. This article examines the rules around social grants and lottery play. Who Can Legally Play … Read more
A new WhatsApp scam is circulating on the popular messaging platform, offering a fraudulent South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) grant application for R700. This apparent phishing scam is currently spreading across WhatsApp, targeting unsuspecting users. How the Scam Works? The scam message reads: “The South African Social Security Agency (Sassa) R700 Grant Application Form … Read more
The South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) recently announced that Postbank SASSA gold cards will not expire in December 2023 as initially communicated. Postbank has confirmed that SASSA beneficiaries can continue using their gold cards to access social grant payments beyond the December 2023 date. This development comes as welcome relief for millions of SASSA … Read more
The special R350 social relief distress grant was introduced by the South African government in 2020 to assist citizens facing financial difficulties due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Initially meant as short-term relief, the grant has now been extended to March 2024 to continue providing support to vulnerable groups. But how many South Africans currently depend … Read more
The South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) provides regular social grant payments to over 18 million vulnerable individuals across South Africa each month. These grants offer a crucial lifeline, helping recipients meet their basic needs for food, healthcare, education and more. With November 2023 fast approaching, many SASSA beneficiaries are eager to know what to … Read more
The South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) is responsible for administering social grants to eligible South African citizens. Millions rely on these social grants as a vital source of income. However, a recent strike by employees of the State Information Technology Agency (SITA) has raised concerns over potential disruptions to SASSA‘s services and grant payments … Read more
The news about the South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) providing loans through cellphones has been spreading rapidly across social media and other platforms. However, it is important to understand the reality behind these SASSA loan rumors before getting too excited or sharing false information. In this guide I will provide all the key facts … Read more