‘Basic Income Support’ for unemployed South Africans is on the cards

‘Basic Income Support’ for unemployed South Africans is on the cards

In a move aimed at addressing the persistent vulnerability of the country’s unemployed citizens, South Africa’s Minister of Social Development, Lindiwe Zulu, has proposed the extension of the Social Relief of Distress (SRD) grant until the end of the 2025/26 financial year.

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This initiative is set to cushion the impact of high unemployment rates and rising food prices. However, the SRD grant of R350, against rising costs of living, is simply not enough to sustain those who are not in the labour market. A quote from an […]

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