In 2025, South Africa’s SASSA tightened the rules for Older Person Grants, stopping payments right away if there’s any doubt about eligibility. Elderly recipients must quickly prove their income and assets, facing tougher paperwork and longer waits at offices. This stricter process, meant to prevent fraud and save money, has made life harder for many older people who rely on these grants to survive. Despite the challenges, families, communities, and advocacy groups keep supporting them through the tough new system.
