South African Social Security Agency (Sassa) grant recipients can look forward to increased financial support in 2025. Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana announced the much-anticipated Sassa grant increases during the 2025 Budget speech on Wednesday, 12 March 2025.
This announcement provides crucial relief to millions of vulnerable South Africans relying on these vital social grants. This article provides a comprehensive overview of the Sassa grant increases 2025, including dates, amounts, and the future of the SRD grant.
Sassa Grant Increase 2025
Sassa grant increases will take effect in April 2025. Most Sassa grants, excluding the SRD grant, will see an increase.
Sassa distributes over 18 million permanent grant payments, supporting a wide range of beneficiaries. Minister Godongwana confirmed that the following grants will increase:
- Older Persons (Old Age) Grant: Increasing from R2,185 to R2,315 (R130 increase).
- War Veterans Grant: Increasing from R2,205 to R2,335 (R130 increase).
- Disability Grant: Increasing from R2,185 to R2,315 (R130 increase).
- Foster Care Grant: Increasing from R1,180 to R1,250 (R70 increase).
- Care Dependency Grant: Increasing from R2,185 to R2,315 (R130 increase).
- Child Support Grant: Increasing from R530 to R560 (R30 increase).
- Grant-in-Aid: Increasing from R530 to R560 (R30 increase).
The truth is that ours is one of the most comprehensive social safety nets among emerging economies. This reflects our commitment to addressing poverty and inequality while keeping our spending sustainable.
When Will the Sassa Grant Increases Take Effect?
The Sassa grant increases 2025 will be implemented in April 2025. While some grants may see smaller adjustments in October to account for inflation, the primary increases will occur in April.
These increases will positively impact approximately 28 million beneficiaries across South Africa. Minister Godongwana emphasized that these adjustments reflect the government's commitment to alleviating poverty and promoting equality.
SRD Grant Extended
The Social Relief of Distress (SRD) grant, previously scheduled to end in March 2025, has been extended for another year, until March 2026. This extension provides continued support to unemployed individuals.
The COVID19 Social Relief of Distress (SRD), in its current form, will be extended by a year to end March 2026. R35.2 billion is allocated for this purpose.
The Minister also indicated that the SRD grant will be used as a foundation for a more sustainable income support system for the unemployed.
Approximately 28 million South Africans will benefit from these increases.
