More than 10 million SRD grant applications have been rejected: Here’s why
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Over 10 million SRD grant applications were rejected during the 2025/26 financial year primarily due applicants exceeding income thresholds, having alternative support, or failing digital verification checks. Government officials emphasize that these figures reflect sustained demand for temporary relief amidst high unemployment rather than barriers to access, as the grants are strictly means-tested and intended only for those meeting specific eligibility criteria. To address dissatisfaction with these outcomes, the department has streamlined the appeals process through online platforms to allow efficient reassessment of rejected claims.
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