The South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) CEO Themba Matlou urges beneficiaries not to panic if they are selected for a social grant review. Matlou says a review does not automatically mean a grant will be cancelled, and beneficiaries should remain calm and follow official instructions.
The reassurance comes amid ongoing reviews of grant eligibility, which are intended to verify that recipients still meet the requirements for their benefits. Different outlets focus on how the review process works and on the potential impact for people who receive notification. IOL emphasises Matlou’s message aimed at reducing anxiety among beneficiaries and clarifies that selection for review is not, by itself, an announcement of cancellation.
Overall, the reporting aligns on the core point: SASSA’s leadership frames the reviews as a standard administrative step rather than an immediate end to support, while beneficiaries are encouraged to engage with the process through SASSA’s communication channels.
