Dsd Cautions Public About Fake “National Family Support Allowance” Message

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By DSD News

  • The Department of Social Development (DSD) dismisses a fake social media message claiming the launch of a “National Family Support Allowance”.
  • Members of the public are encouraged to avoid engaging with suspicious links and sharing sharing unverified information online.
  • Citizens are urged to verify information through official Department of Social Development (DSD), the South African Social Security Agency (SASSA), the National Development Agency (NDA) and government communication channels.

The Department of Social Development is encouraging members of the public to be cautious after a false message was circulating on social media. The message incorrectly claims that President Cyril Ramaphosa directed Minister Nokuzola Sisisi Tolashe to initiate registration for a “National Family Support Allowance.” Furthermore, it alleges that families may apply for a three-month payment of R1,682; the Department has officially confirmed that these assertions are entirely unfounded.
According to the Department, there is no such programme, no new allowance, and no registration process related to this fabricated scheme. Officials have emphasised that the message is a scam intended to mislead the public and to harvest personal information through fraudulent links.
The Department has reminded citizens that all official updates regarding social protection initiatives are communicated through trusted government channels, including the DSD, the South African Social Security Agency, the National Development Agency, and verified government social media platforms.
Communities are urged not to share the fake message and to always verify information before engaging with it. The Department further encourages the public to rely on credible platforms such as:

  • The official DSD website,
  • SASSA and NDA communication channels,
  • Government social media pages, and
  • The DSD WhatsApp Channel.

The Department reaffirmed its commitment to providing accurate information and called on the public to play their part in curbing the spread of misinformation.