The South African Social Security Agency (Sassa) has released its grant payment schedule for the first quarter of 2025. This information is crucial for millions of South Africans who rely on these grants to meet their basic needs.
Sassa Grants Available
Sassa distributes a wide range of grants, including:
- Older Persons Grant
- Disability Grant
- War Veterans Grant
- Care Dependency Grant
- Foster Child Grant
- Child Support Grant
- Child Support Grant Top-Up
- Grant-in-aid
- Social Relief of Distress (SRD) Grant
Sassa Payment Dates for the First Quarter of 2025
| Month | Older Persons Grant | Disability Grants | Children’s Grants |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 3 January 2025 | 6 January 2025 | 7 January 2025 |
| February | 4 February 2025 | 5 February 2025 | 6 February 2025 |
| March | 4 March 2025 | 5 March 2025 | 6 March 2025 |
Please note that SRD grant payment dates for 2025 have not yet been confirmed.
Sassa Grant Amounts for 2025
As of now, the following Sassa grant amounts are in effect:
- Older Persons Grant: R2,190 (R2,210 for recipients aged 75 and above)
- Disability Grant: R2,190
- War Veterans Grant: R2,210
- Care Dependency Grant: R2,190
- Foster Care Grant: R1,180
- Child Support Grant: R530
- Child Support Grant (Top-Up): R530 + R250
- Social Relief of Distress (SRD) Grant: R370
Sassa typically releases payment dates for 12 months at a time. While the dates beyond March 2025 are not yet available, Sassa usually pays grants from the second day of each month, with adjustments for weekends and public holidays.
The next Sassa grant increase is expected in April 2025, as announced during the annual budget speech.
