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Social relief of distress grant to continue as jobseekers support scheme, says minister
Finance Minister Godongwana categorically denied plans to end the R350 SRD grant, revealing instead that the R235 billion programme will evolve into employment-focused support like a Jobseekers Grant, addressing South Africa's 42% unemployment crisis.
Finance minister: SRD grant to continue as jobseekers support scheme
Finance Minister Godongwana categorically denied plans to end the R350 SRD grant, revealing instead that the R235 billion programme will evolve into employment-focused support like a Jobseekers Grant, addressing South Africa's 42% unemployment crisis.
Agbiz warns of alarming rise in food insecurity despite agricultural export success
Recent data reveals a troubling rise in food insecurity in South Africa, with the percentage of affected households increasing from 15. 8% in 2019 to 19. 7% in 2023. Experts from Agbiz and civil society organisations express concern over the implications for consumers, particularly low-income households, amidst rising food prices.