Millions of South Africans receiving social grants are already wondering whether SASSA grants will increase again in 2027, particularly as households continue to face rising food prices, electricity costs and other living expenses.
The South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) provides financial assistance to qualifying beneficiaries through grants such as the Older Persons Grant, Disability Grant, Child Support Grant and Care Dependency Grant.
Following the grant increases introduced during the 2026/2027 financial year, attention is now turning to the next national budget and whether beneficiaries will receive more money from April 2027.
However, as of 11 October 2026, the final SASSA grant increases for the 2027/2028 financial year have not yet been confirmed.
Here is what beneficiaries should know about possible SASSA increases in 2027, when new amounts may be announced and what could happen to the SRD R370 grant.
Will SASSA Grants Increase in April 2027?
SASSA grants may increase again in April 2027, but beneficiaries should wait for an official government announcement before assuming that higher payments have been approved.
Social grant adjustments are normally considered during the national budget process.
The Minister of Finance generally announces the government’s social assistance allocations and planned grant increases during the annual Budget Speech.
For the 2027/2028 financial year, the national budget is expected to provide further clarity on whether grant amounts will increase and by how much.
Until the official figures are published, any specific amounts circulating online should be treated as unconfirmed.
How Much Are SASSA Grants in 2026?
The government increased several social grants from April 2026 as part of the 2026/2027 financial year.
The standard Older Persons Grant, Disability Grant and Care Dependency Grant increased to R2,400 per month.
Other grants, including the Child Support Grant, Foster Child Grant and Grant-in-Aid, have their own payment values.
The SRD grant remains R370 per month for qualifying applicants under the current extension.
These amounts provide a starting point for understanding what beneficiaries currently receive, but they do not establish what government will approve for 2027.
Which SASSA Grants Could Increase in 2027?
If government approves another round of social grant increases, several grant categories could be affected.
1. Older Persons Grant
The Older Persons Grant provides monthly financial assistance to qualifying people aged 60 and older.
The standard amount increased to R2,400 from April 2026.
Beneficiaries aged 75 and older receive a higher amount than the standard Older Persons Grant.
Any further increase in 2027 would depend on the amounts approved through the government’s budget process.
2. Disability Grant
The Disability Grant also increased to R2,400 per month in April 2026.
This grant supports qualifying people whose disabilities meet the applicable medical and financial eligibility requirements.
Beneficiaries will need to wait for the 2027 Budget Speech to establish whether the monthly amount will change again.
3. Child Support Grant
The Child Support Grant helps qualifying primary caregivers meet children’s basic needs.
Because many households receive this grant for more than one qualifying child, even a relatively small increase per child can make a difference to monthly household income.
However, no specific Child Support Grant increase for April 2027 should be treated as confirmed until government publishes the new amounts.
4. Care Dependency Grant
The Care Dependency Grant supports qualifying caregivers of children with severe disabilities who require permanent care or support.
The grant increased to R2,400 per month from April 2026.
A further increase in 2027 would depend on the next approved social assistance budget.
5. Foster Child Grant
The Foster Child Grant provides assistance to qualifying foster parents caring for children placed in their care through the appropriate legal process.
Its monthly amount is determined separately from the Child Support Grant.
Beneficiaries should check the official 2027 grant-value announcement to establish whether this grant will increase.
6. Grant-in-Aid
Grant-in-Aid provides additional assistance to qualifying recipients of certain social grants who require regular attendance by another person.
If government approves an increase, eligible beneficiaries receiving this additional grant could also benefit.
The final amount will depend on the official 2027/2028 grant schedule.
Will the SRD R370 Grant Increase in 2027?
This is one of the biggest questions facing beneficiaries of the Social Relief of Distress (SRD) R370 grant.
The current SRD programme has been extended from 1 April 2026 until 31 March 2027, with the monthly amount remaining R370 for successful applicants.
However, this extension does not automatically guarantee that the programme will continue on the same terms beyond March 2027.
Government would need to make further decisions regarding the programme’s continuation, funding and payment amount.
Beneficiaries should therefore be cautious about claims that the R370 grant has already been increased to R400, R500 or another amount for 2027.
No such new amount should be regarded as official without confirmation from government.
When Will the 2027 SASSA Grant Increases Be Announced?
The annual National Budget is the main event beneficiaries should watch for information about new grant amounts.
South Africa’s national budget is generally presented in February.
If the usual timetable is followed, the 2027 Budget Speech is expected to provide important details about social grant allocations for the 2027/2028 financial year.
Beneficiaries should pay attention to three things:
- Whether government announces increases for permanent social grants.
- The new monthly amount for each grant category.
- The date on which the new amounts will take effect.
In previous financial years, major grant increases have commonly taken effect from April, although the exact implementation arrangements must be confirmed in the relevant budget.