The Social Relief of Distress (SRD) R370 Grant continues to provide financial assistance to millions of unemployed South Africans. Since its introduction in 2020, the…
SASSA News & Updates
SASSA News & Updates keeps you informed about the latest developments relating to social grants in South Africa. From payment updates and official announcements to policy changes and beneficiary information, this category provides timely and relevant news to help you stay informed about matters that may affect your grants and social assistance benefits.
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Millions of South Africans who receive social grants through the South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) are being encouraged to replace their existing SASSA Gold…
Check Your SASSA R370 SRD Grant Application Status Online The SASSA R370 Social Relief of Distress (SRD) Grant helps qualifying South Africans who have little…
SASSA pays grants each month based on a set schedule. Below are the SASSA payment dates for June 2026: Social security information SRD Grant: 21-22 May…
Understanding SASSA Scams As SASSA grants have become an essential lifeline for millions of South Africans, scammers have increasingly targeted vulnerable beneficiaries. These fraudsters use…
What’s Coming in 2027? As we move through 2026, many SASSA beneficiaries are wondering what changes are on the horizon for 2027. While official announcements…
The Social Relief of Distress (SRD) grant (also known as the R350 grant) is said to increase by 5.7% (R20) from April 2026, thus making the…
The South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) manages the Social Relief of Distress (SRD) grant, currently valued at R370 per month for eligible unemployed individuals…