# Parliament urged to raise SASSA old-age grant

Parliament urged to raise SASSA old-age grant by R600 to R3,000. The increase would offer a 25% boost to meet essential living costs. Financial pressure on older South Africans is highlighted in public hearings.

https://www.thesouthafrican.com/lifestyle/sassa/parliament-urged-to-push-for-r600-increase-in-sassa-old-age-grant/

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#sassa #oldage #costofliving #parliament

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Created: 2026-10-28T19:37:51.913894+00:00

Last edited: 2026-10-28T19:37:51.913894+00:00

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Original source: https://www.thesouthafrican.com/lifestyle/sassa/parliament-urged-to-push-for-r600-increase-in-sassa-old-age-grant/