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Is interest that is automatically reinvested considered to be income for purposes of SASSA pension calculations?

Yes, interest that is automatically reinvested would be considered as income.

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My son has schizophrenia. SASSA has declined his disability grant application. What can I do?

Perhaps your most immediate action should be to appeal this denial.

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How can I stop unauthorised deductions from my SASSA grant?

You can submit a dispute of the deduction to SASSA

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What can I do if I appealed but still have not received my R350 Social Relief of Distress grant?

If you are not satisfied with the outcome of the appeal, they say you can take it to the High Court for a judicial review.

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What can I do if I can't get a SASSA grant because of my spouse's income but they don't look after me?

You can call a family meeting or approach an organisation that helps families having marital problems.

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How can I get an interview for a birth certificate at Home Affairs?

You can phone their hotline but you will probably have better luck if you get help from a non-government organisation.

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Why was my SASSA grant declined then approved?

Your SASSA grant may have been delayed due to changes made by changes to the qualifying criteria.

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Why did SASSA reject my R350 SRD grant application?

It may have found that your income exceeds R350 a month. If you disagree, you can appeal the rejection.

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Are domestic workers eligible for state pension or is it the employer's responsibility?

Domestic workers are eligible for UIF and state pension.

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How is SASSA's old age grant payment calculated?

The closer you get to the maximum allowance, the less pension you will receive.

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