SASSA payment not suspended, says CEO

THE South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) CEO Themba Motlou, says the agency is undertaking an important review process of social grants to ensure that only eligible beneficiaries continue to receive support.

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This comes after growing public concern and confusion over grant payments. Motlou emphasised that SASSA’s mandate, derived from the South African Constitution and the SASSA Act, is to administer and manage social grants to those who quality

Motlou was briefing the media yesterday to address the recent public outcry, clarifying that no social grant payments have been suspended or halted, and all approved grants remain valid.

He explained that the reviews are a legal requirement under Section 14(5) of the Social Assistance Act, which obliges beneficiaries to notify SASSA of any significant changes in their financial or personal circumstances.