The South African Social Security Agency (Sassa) has dismissed fake news reports claiming that beneficiaries must submit documents to receive their May 2025 grant payments.
As Sassa, we would like to confirm that the message is incorrect and fake. This message is mischievous, and we urge our beneficiaries not to panic, as no grant will be cancelled,
A viral social media post falsely claimed that older persons’ grants would be reviewed in May and that documentation would be required to continue payments.
Sassa clarified that grant reviews only occur at specific times and that affected beneficiaries are contacted directly.
Sassa only reviews grants that need to be reviewed at a particular time and that is communicated to the beneficiaries... before any action is taken.
Sassa’s Head of Communication, Paseka Letsatsi, urged the public to rely only on verified sources for Sassa grant information. He also warned against spreading misinformation.
Before anyone can share any information pertaining to social grants, they must first verify its authenticity to avoid disseminating false information that may cause anxiety and stress to our beneficiaries.
Sassa Grant Payment Dates – May 2025
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Older Persons Grant: 6 May 2025
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Disability Grant: 7 May 2025
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Children’s Grant: 8 May 2025
Sassa confirmed that all payments will proceed as scheduled. Beneficiaries can continue using their Sassa gold cards to access their grants in May.
