The South African Social Security Agency (Sassa) provides social grants to financially vulnerable individuals in South Africa. Starting in October 2024, these grants will see an increase.
Sassa distributes several permanent 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.
Annual Sassa Grant Increases
Each year, Sassa announces two grant increases as part of the budget, delivered by the Finance Minister. This year, Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana confirmed that the 2024 Sassa increases will be implemented on 1 April and 1 October.
“We recognise the rising cost of living that affects nearly 19 million South Africans who depend on these grants,” said the Minister.
We have done as much as the budget allows to provide support.
The next Sassa grant increase will take place on 1 October 2024. Below is a detailed list of the grant amounts following the increase.
Sassa Grant Amounts for October 2024
- Older Persons grant: R2,190
- Older Persons (75 years and older): R2,210
- Disability grant: R2,190
- War Veterans grant: R2,210
- Child Support Grant: R530
- Care Dependency grant: R2,190
- Foster Care grant: R1,180
Sassa Payment Dates for October 2024
Sassa grants will be paid starting from 2 October 2024. Beneficiaries are reminded that they don’t need to collect their grant on the exact payment date, as the money will be available whenever they choose to use it.
- Older Persons Grant: 2 October 2024
- Disability Grants: 3 October 2024
- Children's Grants: 4 October 2024
SRD Grant Payment Dates for October 2024
The Social Relief of Distress (SRD) grant supports over 9 million people monthly. Unlike permanent grants, SRD payments are made at a different time.
Although Sassa has not yet announced the specific SRD payment dates for October 2024, these grants are usually distributed during the final week of the month.
