If you have applied for the SASSA SRD R370 grant and your application is still pending, you may be wondering how long it will take before your application is approved and when you will receive your money. The South African…
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)…
Planning to visit a SASSA office? Whether you are applying for a social grant, updating your banking details, completing a grant review or asking about a delayed payment, arriving with the correct documents can save you time and prevent unnecessary…
Millions of South Africans depend on social grants from the South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) to help cover essential household expenses, including food, electricity, transport and healthcare. However, many beneficiaries still have questions about payment dates, grant increases, application…
Thousands of South Africans applying for the SASSA Social Relief of Distress (SRD) R370 grant want to know how long it takes for their applications to be approved and when they can expect to receive their money. While some applicants…
In January 2026, SASSA responded to claims circulating on social media that the government had introduced new rules allowing foreign nationals to receive SRD grants. The agency explained that no new eligibility policy had been introduced. SASSA confirmed that the…