The South African Police Service (SAPS) has issued a strong warning to SASSA grant beneficiaries to exercise caution during payout periods.
This alert comes after several incidents where individuals suffered financial losses due to fraudulent activities targeting grant recipients.
SAPS emphasizes the importance of safeguarding personal and banking information during these critical times.
Understanding the Risk
Fraud schemes targeting beneficiaries are becoming increasingly sophisticated.
Scammers often impersonate officials from trusted institutions, attempting to extract sensitive information such as banking details or personal identification numbers.
Falling victim to these schemes can result in unauthorized withdrawals and significant financial harm.
“We urge the public to remain vigilant during times of payout and to protect their personal and payment information,” SAPS said in a statement.
How Beneficiaries Can Protect Themselves
To stay safe during payout periods, SASSA beneficiaries are advised to:
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Verify Official Communications: Always confirm the identity of anyone claiming to be an official before sharing personal information.
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Be Wary of Unsolicited Requests: Exercise caution when receiving unexpected calls, messages, or emails asking for financial or personal details.
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Secure Your Information: Never share PINs, account numbers, or other sensitive information unless you are certain of the recipient’s authenticity.
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Report Suspicious Activity: Immediately notify the authorities or your bank if you suspect any fraudulent activity.
Upcoming Payment Dates
Beneficiaries are encouraged to plan around the following SASSA grant payment schedule to ensure safe and timely collection:
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Older Persons Grant: Tuesday, 4 November 2025
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Disability Grant: Wednesday, 5 November 2025
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Children’s and Other Grants: Thursday, 6 November 2025
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Social Relief of Distress (SRD) Grant: Between 24–30 November 2025, processed on business days only
But as SASSA payout periods approach, beneficiaries must remain alert and take necessary precautions to protect themselves from fraud.
By staying informed, securing personal information, and reporting suspicious activity, recipients can ensure that their grants are collected safely and without incident.
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