By REGINALD KANYANE
1 October 2025- The police in Northern Cape said in an endeavour to protect your personal safety and property, is urging the public to exercise caution and remain vigilant during the pay-out period. The police said in order to stay safe when accessing your SASSA grant, safety tips are recommended.
The Northern Cape police spokesperson, Sergeant Timothy Sam said individuals should keep their personal and payment information confidential. Sam said they should protect their SASSA card and PIN at all times.
“Be cautious of strangers around ATMs. Be aware of your payment dates and consider waiting a few days after the scheduled date to avoid large crowds at payment points. Be wary of unsolicited calls or messages asking for your personal details or card information.
“Be alert and aware of your surroundings before and after using an ATM. Avoid using ATMs with blank screens or those located in poorly lit or secluded areas. Consider going with a friend and or a family member when collecting cash,” he said.
Sam further said they should also be suspicious of strangers who offer help or claim there’s a problem with the ATM. He added that the security personnel stationed at ATMs are there to deter criminal activity and are not authorised to assist with transactions.
“The South African Police Service encourages the public to report any suspicious activity or criminal incidents by calling the Crime Stop number at 08600 10111, the SASSA grant and fraud hotline 0800 601 or via the MySAPS App,” said Sam.
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