Sassa has officially confirmed the grant payment schedule for May. This information is crucial for the millions who depend on monthly social support.
Each month, Sassa distributes over 18 million permanent social grants, including the Older Persons pension grant, Disability grant, War Veterans grant, Care Dependency grant, Foster Child grant, Child Support grant, Child Support Grant Top-Up, and Grant-in-Aid. An additional 8 million people benefit from the temporary Social Relief of Distress (SRD) grant.
Sassa Grant Payment Dates for May 2025
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Older Persons Grant: 6 May 2025
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Disability Grant: 7 May 2025
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Children’s Grants: 8 May 2025
Sassa Grant Increases for 2025
Each year, during the national Budget Speech, the Finance Minister announces adjustments to Sassa grant amounts. These changes take effect from 1 April annually.
For 2025, the following grant increases have been confirmed:
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Old Age Grant: R2,315
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War Veterans Grant: R2,335
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Disability Grant: R2,315
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Foster Care Grant: R1,250
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Care Dependency Grant: R2,315
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Child Support Grant: R560
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Grant-in-Aid: R560
For the 2025/26 financial year, the government has allocated R284.7 billion towards social grants, highlighting the continued importance of social assistance for millions across the country.
