💨 Abstract

President Ramaphosa confirmed that new SASSA income support grants will be implemented in 2026. However, funding and potential impacts on existing social welfare programs remain unclear. The upcoming Budget Speech by Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana is expected to provide details. Currently, 20 million people receive core grants from SASSA. The new grant will replace the temporary R370 SRD grant.

Courtesy: Ray Leathern