There are some concerns growing among R370 SRD grant recipients due to the false information shared on social media. The recent one being that the SRD grant is to be stopped in 2026. The Social Development Department has just dismissed that.
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Is R370 Grant about to be terminated?
The Department of Social Development (DSD) has dismissed circulating claims suggesting that the COVID-19 R370 Social Relief of Distress grant is about to be terminated.
In a statement issued on 14 January 2026, the department said it had noted with concern videos and graphics shared on social media that falsely claim the SRD grant will come to an end.
The Department stressed that these claims are incorrect and have no basis.
The Department’s Clarity of R370 Grant Being Stopped
“The Department wishes to categorically state that these claims are false. There is no such decision, announcement or directive from the Department or government regarding the termination of the R370 SRD Grant.”
Members of the public have been urged to ignore the misleading content and rely only on verified updates shared through official government communication platforms and reputable media sources.
Fake News Circulation
DSD strongly discouraged the creation and circulation of fake news, noting that misinformation causes unnecessary panic and distress among social grant beneficiaries.
So, next time you see a post on social media that seems to be untrustworthy, know that is could be fake. Verifies information are usualy distributed via the official Sassa News Facebook page.
As we conculde Is R370 Still Available in 2026
Yes, Sassa R370 grant is still available in 2026 and beyond. Sassa SRD R370 Grant is not terminated or to be terminated in 2026.
