SASSA Condemns Illegal Sale of Queue Positions, Vows to End Exploitative Practice

South Africa: Sassa Condemns 'Selling' Queue Positions At Its Offices

[SAnews.gov.za] The South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) has strongly condemned the illegal and exploitative practice of "selling" queue positions at its local offices.

SASSA Cracks Down on Illegal Sale of Queue Spots to Protect Vulnerable Beneficiaries

The illegal sale of queue positions—where individuals reportedly charge beneficiaries for earlier access to services—has become an increasing concern at several SASSA service points across the country.

SASSA condemns 'selling' of queue positions at its offices

The South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) has strongly condemned the illegal practice of selling queue positions at its local offices, describing it as exploitative, unlawful, and harmful to vulnerable beneficiaries. SASSA CEO Themba Matlou said the practice is particularly concerning as it targets elderly people and persons living with disabilities who rely on social grants for survival. WIN | R2 000 in The South African’s SASSA grant su…

SASSA condemns illegal sale of queue positions, vows to end exploitative practice

SASSA condemns "selling" queue positions at its offices

The South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) has strongly condemned the

SASSA cracks down on illegal sale of queue spots at offices

The South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) has condemned the illegal sale of queue positions at its offices, calling it exploitative and unlawful, and says action will be taken against those involved. In a media statement issued on 16 April 2026, SASSA confirmed that reports of people selling places in queues have been received across the country. CEO Themba Matlou described the practice as a “serious exploitation” of vulnerable people who…