The South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) provides vital financial assistance to many South Africans, including the elderly, disabled, and children. This post will explain everything you need about SASSA payments until early 2025. We will discuss who is eligible for these funds, why some people may not receive their payments, and how to check your payment status. SASSA award payments will be delivered earlier than usual in September 2024, at least for the Old Age award, with Disability and Children’s grants being slightly delayed. The payment window has been moved from Tuesday, September 3, to Thursday, September 5, 2024.
SASSA Payment Schedule For September 2024:
The three permanent grants from the South African Social Security Agency (non-SRD R370 stipends) will be distributed as follows:
- Older Person Grants: Tuesday, September 3 – R2,180 (60 years old) and R2,200 (75 years old).
- Disability Grants: Wednesday, September 4 – R2,180.
- Childcare Grants for Thursday, September 5: R530 (Child Support), R1,180 (Foster Care), and R2,180 (Care Dependency).
Who is eligible for SASSA payments?
To be eligible for SASSA funds, candidates must meet the following requirements:
- Older Persons Grants: South African nationals or permanent residents aged 60 and up.
- Handicap grants are available to people who cannot work due to a handicap.
- Childcare Grants: Primary caretakers for children under the age of 18.
Who is not eligible to receive SASSA payments?
Some applicants may not get compensation due to the following:
- Incomplete Application Details: The application contains missing or erroneous information.
- Eligibility issues: Failure to meet the grant’s specific eligibility conditions.
- Verification Delays: Delays in confirming personal and financial data.
- Outstanding Documentation: Required documents have not been supplied or are pending further examination.
- Banking Issues: Incorrect banking information or issues with the applicant’s bank account.
Checking the SASSA Grant Payment Status:
To see the status of your SASSA payment, complete these steps:
- Online Portal: Go to the SASSA website and enter the ID and mobile numbers you used during the application.
- SASSA can be reached via the toll-free number 0800 60 10 11 or the head office at 012 400 2322.
- Email: [email protected].
- Email the President’s Office at [email protected]. (If there is no response from SASSA)
- To avoid delays in getting your grant funds, ensure all your information is exact and complete.