President Cyril Ramaphosa aims to create a permanent Basic Income Grant (BIG) by improving on the existing Social Relief of Distress (SRD) Grant to enhance support for the unemployed. Also read: WCG disputes R6.7bn budget cuts amid concerns for essential services The president announced this plan during the 2024 State of the Nation Address. ‘We have seen the benefits of … Continue reading Ramaphosa to explore plans for permanent basic income grant