The South African Social Security Agency (Sassa) plays a crucial role in supporting millions of vulnerable South Africans through various social grants. These grants include the Older Persons pension, Disability, War Veterans, Care Dependency, Foster Child, Child Support, Child Support grant Top-Up, and Grant-in-aid.
Every year, the South African government announces increases to Sassa grants. In his recent budget speech, Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana confirmed that Sassa grant increases would be implemented on 1 April and 1 October 2024.
We are sensitive to the increase in the cost of living for the nearly 19 million South Africans who rely on these grants to make ends meet. In this regard, we have done as much as the fiscal envelope allows.
The next Sassa grant increase is scheduled for 1 October 2024. This increase aims to help beneficiaries cope with rising inflation and maintain their standard of living.
Sassa Grants To Soon Be Increased
Godongwana announced the following Sassa grant increases:
| Grant | April Increase | October Increase |
| Old Age (under 75 years old) | R90 | R10 |
| Old Age (over 75 years old) | R90 | R10 |
| Child Support | R20 | - |
| Disability | R90 | R10 |
| Foster Care | R50 | - |
| War Veterans | R90 | R10 |
| Care Dependency | R90 | R10 |
| Child Support Grant Top-Up | R10 | R10 |
Millions of South Africans rely on Sassa grants for their monthly income. These Sassa grants provide essential financial support, enabling beneficiaries to cover basic needs like food, shelter, and healthcare.
