Thabo Mofokeng

Content Editor & Social Policy Lead

Thabo brings over 8 years of experience analyzing South African social security and public finance. He specializes in decoding Department of Social Development (DSD) policies, SASSA SRD grant processes, and translating complex government procedures into clear, actionable guides for ordinary South Africans.

🎓 Public Policy, Wits ✔️ iStatus Staff Writer 📍 Johannesburg, South Africa

M.A. Public Policy, Wits University | 8+ Years Social Security Analysis

About the Author: Thabo Mofokeng writes for iStatus.co.za as part of the editorial team operated by Limix LTD. All of his reporting is reviewed against primary government sources before publication, in line with the iStatus.co.za editorial standards. To suggest a correction or flag an outdated detail in any of his articles, please use the iStatus.co.za contact form.

Expertise: SASSA SRD Grant Social Policy DSD Regulations Grant Appeals Status Meanings Payment Dates

Articles by Thabo Mofokeng 4 posts

Status Updates 06 June 2026

The New 2026 SASSA Biometric Verification Rules: How to Avoid a Suspended Grant

SASSA has implemented strict new 3D facial biometric checks for the SRD grant. Learn how to pass the verification and unfreeze your account quickly.

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Updates 06 June 2026

July 2026 SASSA Payment Dates Confirmed: When Will the R370 Clear?

Plan your budget early. Here is the official confirmed schedule for SASSA Older Persons, Disability, Children's, and SRD R370 grant payments for July 2026.

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Status Updates 27 May 2026

SASSA SRD Status Pending for Months? Here's Why And What To Do

Discover the main reasons why your SASSA SRD grant status has been pending for months and learn the exact steps you need to take to fix it.

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Updates 27 May 2026

SASSA SRD R370 Grant Extended to 2027 | iStatus

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