Postbank has initiated the rollout of the new Mzansi Black card. This development means that millions of South African Social Security Agency (Sassa) grant beneficiaries will need to collect a new Sassa black card.
Sassa currently distributes over 18 million permanent grant payments every month, including the Older Persons pension grant, Disability grant, War Veterans grant, Care Dependency grant, Foster Child grant, Child Support grant, Child Support grant Top-Up, and Grant-in-aid.
Many of these beneficiaries have been using the Sassa gold card to access their funds.
While the new black cards are being rolled out, Sassa gold card holders have expressed concerns about the validity of their existing cards.
Postbank Assures Sassa Gold Card Users
Postbank's Bongani Diako has reassured Sassa grant beneficiaries that their gold cards will remain fully functional during the transition period. There's no specific deadline for the complete rollout of the Sassa black cards.
Diako said:
The transition will be completed once every Gold Card has been replaced.
How To Replace Your Sassa Card
To locate a nearby location where you can obtain your new Sassa black card, follow these steps:
- Dial *120*2183#
- Select option 1
- Choose your province
What to Bring for Card Replacement
To successfully replace your Sassa gold card with a black card, you'll need to bring the following:
- Valid ID: This is the primary requirement.
- Proxy Letter: If you're collecting a grant on behalf of someone else, you'll need an official Sassa proxy letter.
- Approval Letter: Asylum seeker grant beneficiaries should bring their official approval letter from Sassa.
The new Sassa black card offers several advantages:
- Free Card Replacements: Your first card replacement is free.
- Free Withdrawals: Enjoy three free withdrawals at stores per month.
- Free Monthly Statements: Keep track of your transactions.
- Enhanced Security: Postbank ensures that your funds are protected from unauthorized deductions.
By transitioning to the Sassa black card, you'll benefit from improved security and convenience.
