The Child Support Grant is one of South Africa’s most important social assistance programmes. Administered by the South African Social Security Agency (SASSA), the grant…

SASSA Grants are social assistance programmes provided by the South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) to support eligible individuals and families who are experiencing financial hardship. These grants help vulnerable members of society meet their basic needs and improve their quality of life.
SASSA administers several types of grants, including the Older Persons Grant, Disability Grant, Child Support Grant, Foster Child Grant, Care Dependency Grant, Grant-in-Aid, War Veterans Grant, and the Social Relief of Distress (SRD) Grant. Each grant has specific eligibility requirements based on factors such as age, income, disability status, or caregiving responsibilities.
These grants play an important role in reducing poverty and providing financial support to millions of South Africans. Beneficiaries can use grant payments to help cover essential expenses such as food, clothing, healthcare, education, and other household needs.
This category provides the latest information on SASSA grants, including payment dates, application requirements, eligibility criteria, grant increases, policy updates, and other important announcements. Whether you are applying for a grant, checking payment information, or looking for the latest updates, this category helps you stay informed about South Africa’s social assistance programmes.
The Social Relief of Distress (SRD) Grant continues to play an important role in supporting unemployed South Africans who are facing financial hardship. In 2026,…
Comprehensive guide to the Older Persons Grant (State Pension) in South Africa. Learn about eligibility requirements, application procedures, and receive up to R2,190 per month…
What is the Foster Child Grant? The Foster Child Grant (FCG) is a monthly social grant provided by SASSA to foster parents who have legally fostered a…
What is the Care Dependency Grant? The Care Dependency Grant (CDG) is a monthly social grant provided by SASSA to support parents or caregivers of…
What is the Grant-in-Aid? The Grant-in-Aid is an additional monthly payment of R540 (as of 2026) provided by SASSA to beneficiaries who are already receiving certain social…
The SRD grant is SASSA’s safety net for unemployed South Africans who have no other income and are not receiving any other social grant. Originally…

