10 Proposal: Assistance for unemployed adults (Aged 25 – 59) The Social Security Branch of the Department of Social Development proposes A social assistance grant at 10% of the minimum wage (Minimum wage set at R1 000 in 2007) The grant be conditional on beneficiary involvement in a labour activation programme (skills development and special employment programme) Advocacy issues Conditionality should not block access to the grant particularly in the absence of adequate state programmes Monetary values proposed should provide for income sufficiency, dignity and full citizenship
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