SASSA has brought in a new income rule that is expected to affect who qualifies for certain social grants come December. The revised eligibility threshold has now been increased to R8,070 per month, thus implying that those earning more than this sum would not be approved for certain kinds of help.
This is again another step by SASSA through its continuous review of the grants, making sure the needy families have the necessary grants.
What does the R8,070 limit mean in actuality?
The new rule is after the applicant gets clearer financially. Any individual who establishes a monthly income of less than R8070, according to the category of the grant they apply for. They would, in case they already receive SASSA payments, see this being subject to further scrutiny. However, a denial is not hereby automatic, but officials at SASSA will more closely scrutinize the details and income gains now and, of course, more seriously than before.
Who Will Be Affected
This income statement is a provision that relates therefore to those who are in search of work, for those who already have part-time income, and for those who might occasionally get some income while depending on another one from a grant, though it might be inconsistent income. It might request from beneficiaries to furnish more government proof- of-income or what more-not and current bank statements. Beneficiaries are encouraged to ensure that their details are correct, not to delay the December payout.
Impact on Previous Beneficiaries
Those already in receipt of grants should not fret as the means testing will generally kick in upon SASSA reviews or renewals. Some sudden changes in income or updating of bank details might necessitate a reassessment. New regulations also provide for SASSA possibly eventually instituting occasional means testing. Under normal circumstances, payments should be uninterrupted, given that their financial status has not altered.
What the Beneficiary Should Do
Beneficiaries should keep a lookout for messages from SASSA requesting updated information. Nonreceipt of required documentation or failure to respond to the notifications on time could delay payment.
Relevant to all is the need to keep their personal information accurate. The beneficiaries and emancipators are watching closely for the results of the new threshold on the future disbursement of payments as the new rules begin to be operational in December.