Amanda Thomas is a SASSA grants specialist and social security expert based in East London, with extensive experience helping South Africans access government benefits and grants. Originally from Uitenhage, Amanda has 7 years of experience in social security administration and grant applications. She holds a Bachelor's in Social Work from Rhodes University and is certified in social security law. Amanda has helped thousands of South Africans successfully apply for old age pensions, disability grants, child support grants, and SRD grants. She's particularly knowledgeable about the latest grant amounts (R2,310 for disability grants, R560 for child grants) and application processes. Amanda is passionate about ensuring all eligible South Africans receive their rightful benefits and regularly conducts outreach programs in rural Eastern Cape communities.