SASSA investigates unauthorized funeral cover deductions

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The South African Social Security Agency has distanced itself from an alleged scam targeting elderly grant beneficiaries. SASSA says pensioners are reportedly being misled into signing up for funeral policies after being promised free food parcels. The agency stresses that all its services are free and warns beneficiaries never to share personal information with strangers. SASSA urges grant recipients to remain vigilant and report suspected fraudsters to law enforcement authorities. Bongiwe Zwane spoke to Dr Paseka Letsatsi, SASSA Spokesperson 

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