SASSA Info

The South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) provides a mechanism for citizens to access financial aid through the Social Relief of Distress (SRD) grant, particularly aimed to assist those facing undue hardship during the COVID-19 pandemic. As part of its mandate, SASSA offers a R350 grant to qualified individuals to alleviate the economic strain brought … Read more

In 2024, the South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) continues to provide essential financial support to families through the Child Support Grant. This grant plays a significant role in mitigating the challenges faced by low-income households in providing for their children. For the year 2024, the SASSA Child Grant has been set at R510 per … Read more

Updating banking details with the South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) is essential for beneficiaries who wish to receive their payments without any delays or issues. To accommodate changes in banking information or to correct details, SASSA has streamlined the process through its online portal. Beneficiaries of programmes like the SASSA Social Relief of Distress … Read more

When applicants encounter a rejection of their South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) Covid-19 Social Relief of Distress (SRD) grant applications, an appeal process is available as a recourse. The appeal mechanism allows applicants to have their cases reviewed by the Independent Tribunal for Social Assistance Appeals (ITSAA). It is vital for the appeal to … Read more

The South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) provides a critical lifeline to citizens in the form of the Social Relief of Distress (SRD) Grant, particularly noteworthy during the COVID-19 pandemic. This temporary provision of assistance is intended for individuals who are in dire need and are experiencing undue hardship that prevents them from meeting their … Read more

The South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) provides a special COVID-19 Social Relief of Distress grant, known as the SRD R350 grant, to offer financial support amidst the pandemic. Aimed at assisting individuals who are in dire need due to the economic fallout caused by COVID-19, the grant is targeted at South African citizens, permanent … Read more

Updating contact information is often a critical step for individuals relying on social support services. For recipients of the South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) grants, it is essential to keep their contact details, especially their phone numbers, up to date to ensure uninterrupted access to benefits such as the Social Relief of Distress (SRD) … Read more

Checking one’s balance from the South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) has been streamlined by the use of a simple USSD code. Recipients of social grants can now use their mobile phones to quickly access their fund status, without the need for internet connectivity or visiting a SASSA office. The USSD service, accessed by dialling … Read more

In South Africa, the Social Relief of Distress (SRD) grant, commonly known as the R350 grant, is a government disbursement aimed at providing assistance to individuals facing undue hardship. Those eligible for the R350 grant frequently seek to understand when they will receive their payment, a query that is particularly relevant given the fluctuating nature … Read more

When an individual applies for the South African Social Security Agency’s (SASSA) Special COVID-19 Social Relief of Distress Grant (SRD R350), it is vital to keep track of the application status. This grant is designed to assist those who are facing financial hardship due to the pandemic. To ensure that beneficiaries know whether their assistance … Read more