SASSA published the guaranteed payment dates from September 3 to September 29 as we approach September 2024. This implies that depending on the kind of grant you get, payments will be made this month between September 3 and September 29. This statement is crucial for millions of South Africans who depend on SASSA social assistance handouts for monthly financial support.
SASSA Announced September 3 to 29 Confirmed Payment Dates:
| SASSA Grants | September Payment Dates |
| Older Persons Grant Payment | 3 September 2024 |
| War Veterans Grant Payment | 3 September 2024 |
| Disability Grant Payment | 4 September 2024 |
| Care Dependency Grant Payment | 4 September 2024 |
| Child Support Grant Payment | 5 September 2024 |
| Foster Child Grant Payment | 5 September 2024 |
| Grant in Aid Payment | On September 3, 4, and 5, 2024 (depending on the associated social grant) |
| SRD Grant (SASSA R370/R350) Payment | From September 22 to 29, 2024 (SRD payment week) |
The schedule for September 2024 award payments has been approved and validated by the South African Social Security Agency (SASSA). This makes clear when all qualified beneficiaries should expect to receive their payouts on the designated SASSA payment dates. It would be best if you were prepared for grant transactions sent to your associated bank account or accessible at specific payment locations (such as the Post Office and licensed retail stores).
Upon verifying your grant payment schedule for September 2024, you can make cash withdrawals from Post Office locations, participating businesses, and ATMs using your SASSA card. If the credit limit on your SASSA card has been raised, you can also move money from your card to your Capitec bank account.
How Much Will September’s Sassa Grants Amount?
Payment amounts for SASSA Social grants in September:
- Grant for Older People: R2,180;
- Older People (75 years and above): R2,200;
- Grant for Disability: R2,180;
- Grant for War Veterans: R2,200;
- Grant for Care Dependency: R2,180;
- Grant for Foster Care: R1,180
Sisisi Tolashe, the Minister of Social Development, recently presented the National Assembly with the Budget Vote, allocating R266 billion for social handouts. Twenty-eight million people will be helped by this, of whom 9 million will get the Social Relief of Distress (SRD) award.
Precautions for SRD SASSA Payment Withdrawal:
- Make your payment arrangements, ideally one week before payday, and ensure a close friend or family member goes with you.
- Avoid peak hours and use ATMs for transactions around midday or late at night.
- Before you enter the ATM cage, make sure you are alone.
- Refuse assistance from those waiting at ATMs.
- Make sure you don’t miss any transactional SMS alerts by keeping an eye out for them.
- Change your PIN once every one to two months.
How can I Receive my SRD SASSA Payment?
Recipients can use these payment methods to get their funds:
- SASSA Cards: Money is sent straight into your card, which you may use at ATMs, post offices, and retail locations.
- Bank Accounts: On the designated payment date, the monies will be credited to those who have opted to receive their award through a bank account.
- Stores and ATMs: You may withdraw your award nationwide at accredited stores and ATMs.
Verify the September Payment Approval Status with SASSA:
Complete your online SASSA Status Check if you meet the requirements to verify that your September grant has been authorized and get an SMS on your phone confirming it. Once your status has been verified, you may ascertain the precise grant payment date to ensure you get your money on schedule.
Your accepted grant will be transferred to your bank account if your SASSA accounts are connected. You will get your authorized money online on the dates specified by your grant type, so you won’t need to go to the post office.
Contact SASSA:
In South Africa, 26 million people receive social handouts at an annual cost of R266 billion.
- To speak with the SASSA Toll-Free Call Center, dial 0800 60 10 11.
- Give 012 400 2322, the SASSA Head Office’s number.
- Send an email to [email protected], the SASSA Head Office.
- Please consult the list of SASSA offices around the country.
Knowing when the awards are due is essential for recipients who rely on SASSA grants. It is now official that the September 2024 SASSA grant payment dates will occur. Please also make sure you have safe access to your funding and continue to be on the lookout for possible fraud.