The South African Social Security Agency [SASSA] in Mpumalanga will launch a registration campaign at KaNyamazane in Mbombela, focusing on children under the age of one. The campaign aims to increase access to social assistance services while eliminating exclusion errors. SASSA is targeting children under the age of one to speed the uptake of eligible children aged 0 to one year, ensuring that children have access to child support grants without negatively impacting their growth, which is sometimes hampered by malnutrition since birth.
According to statistics, the Agency is having difficulty registering children under the age of one to receive social grants because some parents/caregivers do not meet the qualifying criteria, and parents/caregivers are delaying their applications for social assistance for children in this age group who do meet the qualifying criteria. Kanyamazane township is divided into four wards: 18, 19, 20, and 21. The campaign will also educate beneficiaries on alternate payment methods and access channels. During the education, awareness services such as inquiries about social grants, SRD Covid-19 special grant R350, social grant applications, and bank account changes will be provided. Stakeholders such as the Department of Health, NGOs, and banking institutions will provide services on-site.
SASSA Social Grant Registration Event Information:
In South Africa, the importance of providing children with essential social support from an early age cannot be stressed. The SASSA Social Grant Registration Campaign for Children Under One Year Old is a vital program launched by the South African Social Security Agency (SASSA).
This campaign focuses on children under the age of one year. It aims to assist parents and guardians in registering their children for the Child Support Grant, which offers critical financial assistance to low-income families.
- Date: 23 August 2024.
- Venue: Kanyamazane Community Hall.
- Time: 8:30 – 15:30
Why Does the SASSA Social Grant Registration Campaign Matter?
A child’s first year of life is critical for their development, and access to financial resources can substantially impact their health and well-being. The SASSA Social Grant Registration Campaign for Children Under One-Year-Old guarantees that eligible families get the Child Support Grant, designed to assist low-income families in meeting the costs of basic needs such as food, healthcare, and other necessities during this vital period.
What Should I Bring to the SASSA Social Grant Registration Campaign?
To register for the Child Support Grant through the SASSA Social Grant Registration Campaign, parents or guardians must bring the following documents:
- The child’s birth certificate (must include the parent’s information).
- The parent or guardian’s South African ID book or card.
- Proof of income (if applicable) will be used to assess eligibility.
- Bank account information where the award will be put, or the option to pay the money out at selected pay points.
How Does the Registration Process Work?
The registration process is intended to be uncomplicated. Upon arriving at Kanyamazane Community Hall:
- Document Verification: All documents provided will be verified by SASSA personnel.
- Application Completion: Parents or guardians will complete the required application paperwork.
- SASSA staff will be available to guide and assist anyone unsure about the process.
- SASSA will process the application submitted through the SASSA Social Award Registration Campaign for Children Under the Age of One, and if approved, award payments will begin shortly after that.
Concluding opinions:
The SASSA Social Grant Registration Campaign for Children Under One Year Old is essential to ensuring a better future for South African children. SASSA’s concentration on individuals under the age of one helps to ensure that the country’s most vulnerable people are safeguarded and supported. If you or someone you know is eligible for this grant, plan to attend the event on August 23, 2024, at the Kanyamazane Community Hall. It might mean the difference in your child’s future. For further information about the SASSA Social Grant Registration Campaign for Children Under One Year Old, please contact SASSA at 0800 60 10 11 or 013 754 9380.