SASSA Grant Increase – Social payments for recipients in Pretoria will be paid out by the (SASSA) from the first week of October 2024. SASSA supports a wide range of populations, including veterans, children, senior citizens, and persons with disabilities. It offers vital financial help to almost 29 million underprivileged people nationwide.
Sassa Grants To Soon Be Increased:
The (Sassa) offers millions of needy residents vital financial help through social grants. Grants for Older People’s Pensions, Disability, War Veterans, Care Dependency, Foster Child, Child Support, Child Support Top-Up, and Grant-in-aid are some of these grants.
The Minister of Finance announces two Sassa hikes annually. This year, Sassa grant hikes will take effect on April 1st and October 1st, according to Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana’s announcement. This indicates that October 1, 2024, will be the subsequent Sassa payment rise date. Below is a summary of the announced increases in Sassa grants.
Sassa Payment Schedule:
The payment plan for October 2024 is as follows:
- Grants for Older People: On Wednesday, October 2, 2024, payments will be made.
- Disability Grants: On Thursday, October 3, 2024, payments will be made.
- Children’s Grants: On Friday, October 4, 2024, payments will be made.
Social Relief of Distress (SRD) awards and any outstanding grants will be disbursed following the first week. Beneficiaries can pick up their payouts at several supermarkets, including Pick & Pay, Boxer, USave merchants, Checkers, and Shoprite. CashSend, the SASSA card, or direct bank account transfers are additional options for receiving payments for beneficiaries.
Increase in Permanent Social Grants:
Enoch Godongwana, the finance minister, declared earlier this year that permanent SASSA handouts would be increased to assist recipients in meeting growing living expenses. The modifications are intended to provide financial support for those who depend on these handouts and lessen the impact of inflation.
The following are the grant increases:
- Grants for Old Age, War Veterans, Disability, and Care Dependency: A total increase of R100, of which R90 will take effect in April 2024 and an extra R10 in October 2024.
- Foster Care Grant: R50 more will be awarded.
- Child Support Grant: R20 more will be given.
- Social Relief of Distress (SRD) Grant: Commencing April 1, 2024, there will be an increase of R20, or 5.7%.
The government’s determination to align social assistance with economic realities is reflected in these increases, making it easier for the roughly 19 million South Africans who rely on these payments to satisfy their basic requirements.
April Increase:
- Old Age (less than 75 years old) — R90 Old Age (more than 75 years old) — R90 Child Support — R20 Disability — R90 Foster Care — R50 Veterans of War — R90 Care Dependency — R90 Special Assistance for Children — R10
Locations and Choices for Collection:
There are several ways for SASSA recipients to get their benefits. Not only are bank transfers and SASSA cards convenient, but grants are also available at several retail locations. Except for SRD recipients, who are not eligible for this option, beneficiaries may also pick up their payments at SAPO branches.
Funds for children, older people, and those with disabilities are allocated during the first week of each month. SRD and other grant payments are then handled. This well-organized payment plan aids in flow management and guarantees delivery in an orderly manner.
Contact Information for Queries:
Beneficiaries can use the following channels to get in touch with SASSA for any additional questions or help:
- Head Office Contact Number: 012 400 2322;
- Email: [email protected];
- Toll-Free Call Center: 0800 60 10 11
Beneficiaries may also visit the SASSA office closest to them for individualized support. As a vital source of assistance and funding for underprivileged areas, SASSA’s ongoing dedication to this cause is essential to South Africa’s social safety net.