Stay informed with the latest SASSA announcements and developments
The South African Social Security Agency has confirmed that the Social Relief of Distress grant will increase from R370 to R400 starting April 2027, providing additional support to unemployed citizens.
Read More →SASSA introduces an enhanced biometric verification system to streamline the application process and reduce fraud. Applicants can now complete identity verification from their smartphones.
Read More →The official payment dates for all social grants in April 2027 have been announced. Old age pension payments will begin on April 3rd, followed by disability grants on April 4th.
Read More →SASSA has streamlined the SRD grant application process, reducing the number of required steps from 8 to just 4. The new process can be completed in under 5 minutes on mobile devices.
Read More →Following the annual inflation adjustment, the Child Support Grant will increase to R520 per child from April 2027, benefiting over 13 million children across South Africa.
Read More →In an effort to improve accessibility, SASSA has opened 50 new service points in rural and underserved areas, bringing grant services closer to communities in need.
Read More →SASSA commits to reviewing all SRD grant appeals within 48 hours. The new automated system uses AI to speed up the verification process while maintaining accuracy.
Read More →The official SASSA mobile application has reached a milestone of 5 million downloads, making it easier for beneficiaries to check their status, update details, and access services on the go.
Read More →SASSA has issued a warning about fraudulent websites and individuals charging fees for grant applications. Remember: All SASSA applications are completely free of charge.
Read More →The medical assessment process for disability grants has been updated to include virtual consultations, reducing wait times and making it easier for applicants with mobility challenges.
Read More →Senior citizens will receive a 5.2% increase in their monthly old age pension, raising the amount to R2,180 from April 2027, in line with the cost of living adjustments.
Read More →SASSA has expanded its banking partnerships to include three additional banks, giving beneficiaries more options for receiving their grant payments directly into their accounts.
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