SASSA Grant rumours: Will Sending Money to Your Grandma's Account Cancel Her Pension?

SASSA Grant rumours: Will Sending Money to Your Grandma's Account Cancel Her Pension?

Recently rumors have been spreading like wildfire stating that sending extra money, like a family gift, to your grandmother’s bank account could cancel her SASSA Old Age Grant. This claim, spreading on social media, is misleading. No "new SASSA rules" in 2025 automatically cancel pensions for one-off deposits, but here’s what you need to know.

The Old Age Grant (R2,310/month for ages 60–74, R2,330 for 75+) is means-tested, requiring income below R8,110/month (single) and assets under R1.38M. SASSA monitors bank accounts to catch undeclared income, and unusual deposits might flag a review, not an instant cancellation. In 2025, SASSA reviewed ~210,000 beneficiaries, delaying payments for some until they verified eligibility with ID, bank statements, and income proof. If unexplained deposits push income over limits, grants may be suspended, but you can appeal within 90 days.

Tips to Avoid Issues:

- Send gifts to a separate account to avoid confusion.

- Respond to SASSA’s SMS for reviews with required documents.

Check status via www.sassa.gov.za or 0800 60 10 11.

- Ignore fake news—verify with official sources.

SASSA’s focus is fraud prevention, not punishing families. If your loved one’s grant is flagged, act fast to resolve it. Stay informed, not alarmed.

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