The Department of Social Development (DSD) has moved to dispel false information circulating on social media suggesting that the COVID-19 Social Relief of Distress (cSRD) grant is about to be terminated.
According to the Department, the claims being shared through videos and graphics are completely untrue.
There has been no decision, announcement, or official directive from the DSD or any government authority indicating that the cSRD will be discontinued.
The Department has also warned that the unauthorised use of the Minister’s image and the DSD logo to spread such misinformation is unlawful. These actions mislead the public and falsely present themselves as official government communication.
Beneficiaries and members of the public are advised to ignore unverified content and rely only on information released through recognised government channels.
The DSD strongly condemns the creation and distribution of fake news, which can cause unnecessary anxiety and confusion among social grant recipients.
For accurate and up-to-date information, the public is encouraged to follow official platforms, including:
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The Department of Social Development (DSD) official website
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SASSA and NDA official platforms
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Verified government social media pages
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The DSD WhatsApp Channel
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