SASSA tells court measures are in place to improve SRD grant access
Government is appealing a Court judgment, which found that the grant systems excluded applicants
The Department of Social Development and SASSA have informed the Supreme Court of Appeal in Bloemfontein that ongoing measures are being taken to ensure the Social Relief of Distress (SRD) grant is accessible to all eligible applicants. The government is appealing a High Court decision that found certain aspects of the grant system unlawfully excluded millions of eligible applicants.
Herman van Eeden, representing SASSA and Social Development, stated that applicants can access free call centers for assistance with the application process. Additionally, self-help kiosks have been established across the country to help applicants with their applications. According to the SCA, these measures have been implemented to improve the accessibility of the SRD grant.
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