SECUNDA – The South African Social Security Agency (Sassa) said all beneficiaries of social grants will receive their grants from 27 November to 13 December.
The next payment cycle will only begin in the first week of January.
Mr Kgomoco Diseko, Sassa spokesman, said Sassa acknowledges that this is a very busy time of the year and would like to give its beneficiaries enough time to shop and prepare for the festive season, long ahead of the usual Christmas shopping rush.
The Minister of Social Development, Mr Bathabile Dlamini, the Deputy Minister Ms Hendrietta Bogopane-Zulu, and management wished all social grant beneficiaries and their families a merry Christmas and a prosperous new year.
“As we are now entering the festive season, I urge you to be extra careful with your Sassa cards and pin codes,” said Mr Dlamini.
“Please do not give your Sassa cards and pin codes to anyone, including loan sharks.
“Enjoy this period with your loved ones to the fullest.”
