Youth Grant Scam Alert in South Africa A fake message is spreading online about a R12500 grant for young people in South Africa. The post claims that unemployed citizens aged 18 to 35 can get this money as a one-time payment. This information is completely false. Both SASSA and the NYDA have confirmed that this grant does not exist. They have warned people not to fall for this scam. The agencies ask everyone to be careful & not share personal information with anyone claiming to offer this grant. If you see this message please know that it’s a scam designed to trick young South Africans. Always check official government websites for real information about grants & support programs.
The Real Opportunities For Youth
There are real programs that help young people in South Africa instead of fake grant scams.
– The NYDA Grant Programme helps young business owners aged 18 to 35 with money and business training. The amount they give depends on what each business needs. SASSA also offers support through social grants.
– These include help for children and people with disabilities. They also give money to people who need quick financial help through their SRD grant.
You can trust these programs because they are run by the government. They work and have helped many South Africans.
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How To Protect Yourself
– How to Stay Safe from Grant Scams Always check official websites first. The only trusted sources for grant information are nyda.gov.za and sassa.gov.za.
– Don’t trust random posts or messages about grants. Only use the real NYDA website when you want to apply for funding.
– The official ERP portal is the single safe way to submit your application.
Never give money to anyone who promises to help with grants. Real government services are free. Don’t share your bank details with people who claim they can get you a grant. If someone asks for payment it’s definitely a scam. Remember that scammers are clever but you can spot them. They often rush you to make decisions and ask for personal info or money. Take your time and stay alert to protect yourself.
The Scam Revealed
A false social media post spread news about a fake money grant for jobless young people aged 18 to 35. The post promised R12500 to people who did not get any help from the government. Both SASSA & NYDA quickly stepped in to tell everyone this was a scam. They warned people not to believe these fake stories. The agencies told the public to be careful and avoid falling for such tricks. They made it clear that no such grant exists.
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