South Africa: 20 Years of Sassa - How the SRD Grant Became a Lifeline for Millions

South Africa: 20 Years of Sassa - How the SRD Grant Became a Lifeline for Millions

Research suggests the grant does not discourage unemployed people from looking for work

20 years of SASSA: How the SRD grant became a lifeline for millions

Research suggests the grant does not discourage unemployed people from looking for work

SASSA at 20: Two decades of transforming lives through social assistance

ASSA marks 20 years since it took over national social-grant administration in April 2006. The agency has expanded electronic services and modernisation efforts while continuing to serve millions of South Africans who rely on social assistance.