Social Development minister says government aims to save R1.5-billion through grant reviews [SOUND]

# Minister of Social Development Dina Pule says the government aims to save 1.5-billion-rand through the South African Social Security Agency’s social grant review programme during the 2026/2027 financial year. Pule told the media the reviews are designed to ensure only eligible beneficiaries receive grants, while preventing fraud and incorrect payments. She said the savings can be redirected to other government priorities, while protecting the long-term sustainability of the social assistance system: