The Department of Social Development has confirmed that a new BIS grant is being processed, with consultations to be finalised in March 2026.

Social development minister Sisisi Tolashe says the new Basic Income Support grant will link to job-seeking, training, and small business opportunities. About 8.2 million South Africans currently ...

The Universal Basic Income Coalition says the 2026 Budget’s modest social grant increases and stricter compliance measures risk leaving millions of South Africa’s most vulnerable citizens without ...

As we commemorate Human Rights Month, it is important to stress that social grants are not a handout. They are a lifeline. A basic, non-negotiable pillar of human dignity. They represent the simple ...

The Universal Basic Income Coalition says tighter controls risk excluding eligible beneficiaries The Universal Basic Income Coalition (UBIC) has criticised the 2026 Budget, warning that government's ...