From April 2024 to March 2025, SASSA will implement many adjustments to its grant disbursements, including the Older Persons Grant, Disability Grant, and Child Support Grant. Notably, the monthly SRD Grant amount was increased from R350 to R370, offering people in need of short-term financial assistance.
As a result of this year’s higher-than-expected number of recipients, SASSA boosted awards effective October 1, 2024. During the National Treasury Budget 2024 ceremony, Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana affirmed that SASSA payments had increased, helping all recipients of social grant programs, including seniors, children, and those with disabilities.
SASSA Increased Grants October 2024:
They increased SASSA Grants. Higher grant payments will be made available beginning October 1, 2024, to keep up with inflation. Social grant beneficiaries, such as those who get the Social Relief of Distress (SRD), often called the SASSA R370 award, will receive larger payouts starting in July 2024. This grant has been extended through 2025 to provide ongoing help.
The National Treasury’s enlarged analysis of the Budget 2024 revealed that social grant spending in Cape Town will rise from R217.1 billion in 2024 to R259.3 billion in 2026 and 2027. Enoch Godongwana, the finance minister, said during the budget speech.
- We intend to raise SASSA payments to cover living costs for the more than 27 million South Africans who depend on social handouts. We have accomplished this goal to the extent that the budget permits,” the finance minister stated.
- President Matamela Cyril Ramaphosa also fulfilled his pledge to “increase SASSA R350 in 2024 with a permanent increment of R370 payments” in his most recent SONA speech.
The SASSA grant payment amount for old age, war veterans, disability, and care dependence awards was increased by R90 by the South African government. This sum is valid as of October 2024 and will rise by an extra R10. Other awards have also been modified; the child support grant has increased by R20, and the foster care grant for foster children has increased by R50. The table below contains the SASSA payment increments for the 2024 fiscal year.
SASSA Grant Changes 2024:
The South African Social Security Agency has proposed necessary adjustments to social payments to handle the increasing number of recipients in 2024. The grant payment increase to assist South Africans who are vulnerable in this period of inflation is one of the significant adjustments.
All SASSA beneficiaries will profit from these payment increases until March 2024, and individuals can take advantage of the new, higher rates. SASSA has released an update about the SRD R350 grant; individuals will now get R370.
It is recommended that all recipients of the SASSA award update their banking, contact, and address information to avoid suspension. This article contains all the information on the most recent upgrades, modifications, and adjustments to the SASSA Social Grants.
What are the New SASSA Grant Amounts in 2024?
For 2024, the Social Relief of Distress (SRD) award will rise by R20. From April 1, 2024, until March 1, 2024, the grant amount will be R370 monthly. Adjustments have also been made to the other SASSA awards; these are covered below.
SASSA Older Person Grant:
- Senior South Africans who are over 60 and unable to support themselves are eligible for this award from SASSA. Beneficiaries under 75 will get an increase in R100 for a total monthly payment of R2,180, while those over 75 will receive an additional R100 for a total monthly payment of R2,200.
SASSA Child Support Grant:
- Families with children under eighteen who live in low-income homes can get child support grants to help with daily expenditures, educational fees, etc. For 2024, there will be an R20 rise in the child support stipend, making it R530 per month.
SASSA Disability Grant:
- Assistance is available to persons in need who have been disabled for over a year and cannot work through the SASSA Disability Grant. For this grant to be approved, your medical records must be validated by SASSA, and the total monthly sum of R2,180 may increase by a substantial R100.
(SRD) Grant:
- The (SRD) Grant is given to individuals between 18 and 60 who urgently need assistance. The amount was increased for qualified recipients from R350 to R370 to help them with everyday necessities and responsibilities.
| Grant Type | October Payment Amount |
| Older Persons Grant (Old Age Pension) | SASSA Increased Grants 1 October 2024 |
| – Below 75 years old age person | R2,180 payment October 2024 |
| – Over 75 years old age person | R2,200 payment October 2024 |
| War Veterans Grant | R2,200 payment October 2024 |
| Disability Grant | R2,180 payment October 2024 |
| Care Dependency Grant | R2,180 payment October 2024 |
| Foster Child Grant | R1,180 payment October 2024 |
| Child Support Grant | R530 payment October 2024 |
| – With Top Up Funds | R760 payment October 2024 |
| SASSA Grant in Aid | R510 payment October 2024 |
| Social Relief of Distress SRD Grant | R350 payment increased to R370 |
SASSA Grant 2024 Payout Schedule:
While the other grant payments are often made at the beginning of each month, the Social Relief of Distress R370 (SRD) Grant is typically awarded during the last week. The dates of the SASSA grant, which runs from August 2024 to March 2025, are shown below.
| Month | Older Person Grant | SASSA Disability Grant | Child Support Grant |
| August 2024 | 2 August 2024 | 5 August 2024 | 6 August 2024 |
| September 2024 | 3 September 2024 | 4 September 2024 | 5 September 2024 |
| October 2024 | 2 October 2024 | 3 October 2024 | 4 October 2024 |
| November 2024 | 2 November 2024 | 4 November 2024 | 5 November 2024 |
| December 2024 | 3 December 2024 | 4 December 2024 | 5 December 2024 |
| January 2025 | 3 January 2025 | 6 January 2025 | 7 January 2025 |
| February 2025 | 3 February 2025 | 5 February 2025 | 6 February 2025 |
| March 2025 | 4 March 2025 | 5 March 2025 | 6 March 2025 |
Eligibility:
Since each SASSA award has a separate set of requirements for qualifying, you may verify which one interests you the most by visiting the official SASSA website. Before applying for any SASSA award, a person must fulfill a few fundamental qualifying requirements.
To apply for a grant, applicants must meet the residency criteria, which calls for them to be South African citizens by permanent residence and to have all required paperwork. Each award includes restrictions on income and assets, which applicants must consider. Moreover, the age requirements vary according to the prize you’ve selected.
Check SASSA Grant Payment Status:
It would be best if you did the actions listed below to find out the status of your SASSA Grant 2024:
- Go to the official SASSA website and select the “SASSA Grant Status Check” option.
- Enter the phone number you provided and your South African ID number when submitting your application.
- Enter “Check Status” to see the status of your SASSA grant approval and the dates and amount of your payments.
- After you’ve entered all the correct information, your grant status will appear in seconds.