The South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) has confirmed that more than 200,000 social grant beneficiaries may experience delays in receiving their June 2025 payments, due to undisclosed income flagged during a recent review process.
According to a statement released by SASSA, an estimated 210,000 grant recipients failed to fully disclose other sources of income during their application process.
This discovery was made in partnership with registered credit bureaus as part of ongoing efforts to verify eligibility and prevent grant abuse.
“Beneficiaries are legally required to declare all forms of income when applying for social assistance,” SASSA said. “Failure to comply with this requirement may lead to a temporary suspension or delay of grant disbursements until the matter is resolved.”
Payment Schedule Still on Track for Most
Despite this setback for a segment of beneficiaries, SASSA has confirmed that the general grant payment schedule for June 2025 remains unchanged for all other qualifying recipients:
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Older Persons Grant – Tuesday, June 3, 2025
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Disability Grant – Wednesday, June 4, 2025
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Children’s Grants and Others – Thursday, June 5, 2025
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SRD Grant (R370) – Payments to be processed in batches from Friday, June 6, 2025
SASSA has urged all beneficiaries to confirm their payment status before proceeding to collection points. Verification can be done via the official SASSA website, SRD portal, WhatsApp, or SMS platforms.
What Beneficiaries Should Do
Those affected by the delay are encouraged to rectify their application details as soon as possible. “If your grant has been delayed, it’s essential to respond to any communication from SASSA and provide the requested documentation,” the agency advised.
Beneficiaries can contact SASSA’s toll-free number 0800 60 10 11 for more information or assistance with their application status.
Growing Scrutiny Over Grant Eligibility
The delay comes as the government intensifies efforts to ensure the integrity of the country’s social assistance system.
With over 18 million South Africans reliant on monthly grants, accurate income disclosures are crucial for sustaining the program.
SASSA reiterated its commitment to supporting vulnerable citizens while ensuring that funds reach only those who meet the eligibility criteria.
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