Sassa has denied rumors circulating on social media that Old Age Grant payments will stop in May if beneficiaries don't update their documents.
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THE SOUTH African Social Security Agency (Sassa) has dismissed false claims circulating on social media that Old Age Grant payments would be suspended in May unless beneficiaries updated certain documents by April 30, 2025.
In a statement, the agency said it had noted the fake social media posts with concern and urged beneficiaries not to panic as the grants will not be cancelled.
"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," the agency said.
Grants are subject to periodic reviews, but affected beneficiaries are directly informed before any action is taken. Sassa has urged beneficiaries to rely on official social media pages for credible information.
The agency also condemned spreading fake news, which causes unnecessary panic.
The payment date for the Old Age Grant for May is May 3, 2025.
The Disability Grant payment date is May 6, and the Child Support Grant is May 7.
Sassa has advised beneficiaries to verify information through official channels to avoid spreading misinformation.
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