Sekhukhune – The South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) has announced the dismissal of four officials from the Nebo Local Office in Sekhukhune, Limpopo, following their involvement in fraudulent activities amounting to R33 million in social grants.
In a terse statement on Thursday, 16 July 2026, SASSA said an internal investigation uncovered that the officials manipulated the social grants system, working with syndicates from outside.
“Disciplinary proceedings were instituted, and the sanction of dismissal was imposed,” the statement said.
“The officials appealed the sanction; however, the Appeals Committee upheld the dismissal, confirming the seriousness of the misconduct and the need to protect public resources.”
SASSA stated that it maintains a zero-tolerance approach to fraud and corruption.
The agency reiterated its commitment to safeguarding the integrity of the social grant system and ensuring that funds reach the rightful beneficiaries who depend on them for survival.
“Fraudulent activities undermine the trust placed in SASSA and deprive vulnerable communities of much-needed support,” said the Regional Executive Manager, Mmapula Pheeha.
“We will continue to act decisively against any employee found guilty of misconduct.”
SASSA assured the public that measures were being strengthened to prevent similar incidents in the future, including enhanced monitoring, stricter internal controls, and ongoing staff ethics training.
