The Constitutional Court has ordered Cash Paymaster Services to repay over R81 million to SASSA following an invalid contract. Image: Supplied
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South Africa
The Constitutional Court has ordered Cash Paymaster Services to repay over R81 million to SASSA following an invalid contract.
The Constitutional Court of South Africa on Wednesday ordered Cash Paymaster Services (CPS) to repay more than R81 million to the South African Social Security Agency (SASSA).
SASSA has welcomed a landmark ruling by the Constitutional Court. The court ruled that the money must be returned after it was earned from a contract that had previously been declared invalid.
The judgment follows years of legal battles, including the Black Sash Trust v Minister of Social Development, which focused on accountability in the payment of social grants.
Welcoming the judgement, SASSA CEO Themba Matlou said the ruling confirms the strength of South Africa’s legal system and the rule of law. "The judgment delivered on Wednesday, 08 April 2026, affirms the rule of law and the supremacy of the apex court in South Africa.
"We are satisfied with the order handed down by the justices of the Constitutional Court. We believe this is a vital precursor to addressing other outstanding issues concerning CPS and finally close the chapter."
He added that the agency will follow all court directives and aims to resolve any remaining issues related to the matter.
