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How This Brave SASSA Mum Uncovered an Extra R1,000 in Her Grant—And You Can Too

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Imagine relying on a SASSA grant to make ends meet, then discovering you've been underpaid — for months. That happened to Lindiwe, a mother of two from Gauteng. She didn't bribe anyone or bend the rules—she simply did what many consider impossible: she asked the right questions, took action, and walked away with a legitimate extra R1,000 in her bank account.

Here’s her real, human story—and how you might be missing out too.

After months of tight budgeting, Lindiwe noticed a R560 deduction almost every month from her Child Support Grant. When she flagged it at her local SASSA office, they said everything was fine—until she insisted on seeing her official bank statements. What she uncovered shocked even the officials: a secondary income source from a private tutoring job went unreported. That income, though small, made her ineligible for the full grant amount—yet no one had told her.

She was informed she’d been overpaid—but SASSA offered a solution instead of penalties: a chance to adjust her grant and repay the excess over time. Because she had bank statements and proof of deductions, she negotiated to pay back R560 per month, and more importantly, her regular grant restarted at full value—plus she received R1,000 back pay for the months she’d been underpaid.

Her secret? She asked for a “grant reassessment”, produced documents, and stood firm. That single visit not only restored her regular grant but also turned the tables—she gained back what she was owed, not lost.

Read also: Why South Africans Are Turning to Soup Kitchens—Even with Grants

What You Can Do Right Now

  1. Don’t assume your grant is correct.
    Cross-check your payment plate, especially if your circumstances have changed.

  2. Use the phrase “grant reassessment.”
    That keyword signals staff to thoroughly review your case.

  3. Bring any supporting documents.
    Bank statements, payslips, maintenance letters—anything that affects your eligibility.

  4. Declare income honestly.
    SASSA is currently reviewing some 210,000 beneficiaries suspected of underreporting income (pacesociety.ca, Moneyweb).
    While this is to catch fraud, it also means people like Lindiwe are getting properly assessed.

  5. If asked to repay, negotiate a plan.
    Many are being offered instalments. Some owe over R3,000, so negotiating repayment is key (The Citizen).

If you’ve received notices or deductions—or suspect you’re getting less than you’re due—visit a SASSA office within 30 days to request a reassessment.

Poll / Comment Section
📌 Have you ever asked for a SASSA grant reassessment?
[ ] Yes—and I got more money
[ ] No, but now I will
[ ] I don’t know what reassessment means

Why This Matters Now

SASSA’s fraud crackdown confirms transparency isn’t just about catching cheaters—it’s also catching mistakes. With an estimated 210,000 grant reviews underway (Bursaries Africa, Daily Dispatch, YouTube), people are being asked to declare real income changes.

These reviews may seem scary—but they offer a rare chance to:

  • Claim overlooked top-up grants

  • Adjust after life changes—like income fluctuations or new dependants

  • Secure back pay owed from previous months

Read also: SASSA Cards Are Expiring—Check Yours Before August 5

Final Thought

Lindiwe’s story isn’t about luck—it’s about action. She didn’t wait for an SMS or assume she had no options. She asked, showed proof, and reclaimed missing funds.

If you’re getting less, seeing deductions, or feel your grant doesn’t match your needs, don’t accept the slip at face value. Ask for a reassessment—you could discover what you’re truly owed.

~BILLY JAYDEN LOUIS

Sources:

  • SASSA’s massive fraud and income review affecting 210,000 grants (News24, Moneyweb)

  • Cases of forced repayments over income threshold breaches (The Citizen)

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