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The Government of South Africa - Services: Social Relief of Distress Programme

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Combating Fraud and Corruption in the Social Security System

"Fraud Costs You Money. See it, Report it, Stop it!" Fraud and corruption in the social security system currently costs the government about R1, 5 billion each year. The Department of Social Development has launched an anti-corruption initiative to...

Disability grants

If you’re permanently unable to work, or if you’re temporarily unable to work for longer than 6 months due to a physical or mental disability, you’re eligible to apply for a ...

Grant for Someone Who Needs Full-time Care (Grant-in-Aid)

If you're already receiving an old age, disability or...

Old Age Pension (Old Persons Grant)

Social Services Helpline

  Citizens can contact the toll-free South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) Helpline on 0800 601 011 for queries relating to: pay-out dates qualifying criteria for all government grants District Offices' address and contact numbers help in...