Over 18 million South Africans rely on for their monthly social grant payments from the South African Social Security Agency (Sassa). Here's a breakdown of the payment schedule and important information for May 2024.
SASSA Distributes Various Grants
SASSA offers several permanent grants to eligible residents, including:
- Older Persons Grant (Pension)
- Disability Grant
- War Veterans Grant
- Care Dependency Grant
- Foster Child Grant
- Child Support Grant
- Child Support Grant Top-Up
- Grant-in-Aid
Sassa Grant Payment Dates for May 2024
While SASSA typically distributes grants on consecutive days, there may be variations due to weekends and public holidays. Here's the specific schedule for May 2024:
- Friday, 3 May: Older Persons Grant
- Monday, 6 May: Disability Grants
- Tuesday, 7 May: Children's Grants (including Child Support Grant and Child Support Grant Top-Up)
No Rush to Withdraw Cash
SASSA assures beneficiaries that their grants remain in their accounts until withdrawn. There's no pressure to withdraw cash immediately.
Sassa Grant Amounts for May 2024
The following table details the grant amounts for May 2024:
|
Grant |
May 2024 Payment |
|---|---|
|
Older Persons Grant |
R2,180 |
|
Older Persons Grant (>75 years with Additional Payment) |
R2,180 + R20 |
|
War Veterans Grant (with Additional Payment) |
R2,180 + R20 |
|
Disability Grant |
R2,180 |
|
Care Dependency Grant |
R2,180 |
|
Foster Child Grant |
R1,180 |
|
Child Support Grant |
R530 |
|
Child Support Grant (Top-Up) |
R530 + R260 |
|
Grant-in-Aid |
R530 |
