Huge relief for Sassa gold card holders

Sassa gold cards are still valid and will continue to work as normal to receive social grants in December and beyond.

The extension was revealed on Tuesday by Postbank spokesperson Dr Bongani Diako, who said millions of Sassa beneficiaries would continue collecting their grants on their expired cards.

“The payment of social grants through Sassa gold cards over the years has empowered marginalised populations and made it easier for them to access their funds, especially in rural areas where traditional banking infrastructure may be limited,” he said.

“It is guaranteed that Sassa gold cards will work beyond December. This is our commitment to providing convenient and affordable service quality to the disadvantaged,” he said.

He said the extension of the card’s validity ensures continuity for beneficiaries, who will not have to endure the inconvenience and expense of changing their gold cards to other payment methods that are often costly.

“Beneficiaries using Sassa gold cards can rest easy, as their grants will be paid into their expired cards in December and all subsequent months.

“Beneficiaries are strongly advised to disregard misleading information that might direct them to change to other card products, claiming that the Sassa gold cards are being replaced.

“Postbank is the only bank mandated to replace Sassa gold cards, and they can be used to withdraw grants from a wide network of the country’s ATMs, of any bank, as well as any retail shops.

“No retail outlet has the right to force beneficiaries to make a purchase: Sassa beneficiaries are advised to report any retailer or shop that forces them to buy goods before paying out their grants.

“You are entitled to your full Sassa grant payment, and you have every right to use the money as you deem necessary,” said Diako.

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