20 years of SASSA

SASSA to spend R290-billion on social grants this year

Grants make up 11% of government spending, the same as 20 years ago

SASSA at 20 years: 73% of pensioners receive a grant

Grant has helped reduce poverty, but it is being stretched to maintain households

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