Watch out for R350 grant scams! Here’s how to check your application status

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Sassa has cautioned SRD grant recipients against putting their personal information in unauthorised websites.

The South African Social Security Agency has warned beneficiaries and job seekers against falling victim to online scams.“Sassa warns the public against the below fake information which does not come from Sassa . All Sassa vacancies are advertised on national newspapers or the agency’s website,” the agency said in a social media post.

“It is essential to note that there is only one official website in which beneficiaries can safely check their unemployment grant to avoid potential scams.According to the agency, approximately 10 million South Africans send applications for the Social Relief of Distress grant monthly. To qualify, applicants must be South African citizens not receiving other government support in the form of UIF benefits or NSFAS bursaries.

 

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