President Cyril Ramaphosa has confirmed that a new Basic Income Support (BIS) grant—an overhaul of the R370 Social Relief of ...
(Bloomberg) -- South African President Cyril Ramaphosa again hinted at introducing a basic income grant, saying that there is a “strong case” for it despite the nation’s “fiscal constraints.” ...
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 ...
The Department of Social Development (DSD) says consultations with National Treasury will begin in March 2026 to find a way to support the new Basic Income Support (BIS) grant, promised by the ...
Universal basic income has wide support in South Africa. South Africa's largest political party recently pledged to make it a reality. The country is ranked as one of the worst countries in terms of ...