Watch out for this whatsapp · impersonating SASSA
Reaches you by whatsapp · Public web warning · 08 Oct
The trick it’s trying
A SASSA fact-check updated on 7 October 2026 warns that fake SASSA messages continue spreading on WhatsApp, Facebook and TikTok, including false SRD grant increases, fake application links, fee-charging ‘agents’ and requests for OTPs or banking details.
Scammers circulate WhatsApp/social posts claiming SASSA grant increases, approvals, business grants or application help; victims are pushed to click links, pay fees, share ID/banking details or disclose OTPs. Legitimate SASSA sites are sassa.gov.za and srd.sassa.gov.za.
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Fake SASSA grant/SRD messages circulate on WhatsApp, Facebook and TikTok, claiming grant increases or requiring beneficiaries to apply, verify, update details, or pay a fee. The source notes SASSA’s legitimate sites are sassa.gov.za and srd.sassa.gov.za.
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