FAKE!

This is how the South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) described social media posts and screenshots claiming that the Old Age Grant will be stopped in May if certain documents are not updated by 30 April 2025.

SASSA released a statement on 16 April 2025 stating it noted the social media posts with concern and confirmed that the message was incorrect and fake.

“This message is mischievous, and we urge our beneficiaries not to panic, as no grant will be cancelled.

“If a grant needed to be reviewed at a particular time, SASSA will communicate this to the beneficiary whose grant is to be reviewed before any action is taken. 

“The spread of fake news on social media platforms are very unfortunate and they create unnecessary panic to our beneficiaries, particularly the vulnerable and we urge everyone to stop sharing them.

“We appeal to our beneficiaries to only rely on credible sources of information on our official social media pages. Before anyone can share any information pertaining to social grants, they must first verify its authenticity to avoid disseminating false information that may cause anxiety and stress to our beneficiaries”, says Paseka Letsatsi, the SASSA National Spokesperson.

If you are in doubt about your grant please call SASSA toll free on 0800 60 10 11.