GROUNDUP: SRD grant is not keeping people out of work, evidence shows

Marecia Damons · Daily Maverick

Published 2 Oct 2026, 1:40 am·6 d ago·1 min read

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New research challenges the idea that South Africa’s SRD grant discourages people from seeking work. The evidence suggests cash support can help people look for jobs, but lasting employment still depends on whether those jobs exist.

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