SASSA feeds 200 families in Ward 16
The SASSA office in Nquthu embarked on an integrated community outreach programme, which helped feed families in Ward 16.
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The South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) extended a helping hand 200 families recently. These residents experience many hardships, in their daily life in the Ward 16 area of Nquthu.
SASSA in Nquthu embarked on an integrated community outreach programme at Haladu. It handed out food parcels to deserving families within the ward, which falls under Councillor Molefe.
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The families were identified by local councillors and community development workers. SASSA Manager, Ms Sikhosana explained the agency often donated food parcels to families, particularly those experiencing difficult times.
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The parcels are usually given for up to three months, after which beneficiaries would have to re-apply.
To see what’s needed, in order to qualify for a food parcel from SASSA Nquthu, read this week’s issue of the Courier.
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