Starting September 1, 2024, South Africa’s SASSA will ask everyone applying for social grants to register their fingerprints and face images. This new biometric system helps stop fraud and makes sure only the right people get support like pensions and child grants. Though some worry about longer lines and new steps, many see it as a way to protect their identity and keep the system fair. This big change shows how technology is helping SASSA build a safer, stronger future for social help.
