According to Eyewitness News, Social Development Minister Lindiwe Zulu has requested that Treasury extend the relief grant.
We know that there is a need for a policy [on basic income grant], but that policy needs to be put in place very soon - that s 2022 - with resources.
Lynette Maart, National director - Black Sash
We re asking that until that policy is in place, that the Covid-19 grant remain in place.
Lynette Maart, National director - Black Sash
On Friday, there will be #PayTheGrants pickets in various provinces at Sassa offices and Post offices.
Listen to the discussion on Breakfast with Refilwe Moloto:
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