SASSA
“We built this country”: Pensioners march for bigger SASSA grant as Mzansi weighs in
More than 200 pensioners marched to SASSA offices in Mitchells Plain, calling on government to increase the old age grant amid rising living costs.
SASSA old age grant recipients live for months without payout
SASSA suspends Older Persons Grant payments, introducing eLife Certification without notice, leaving pensioners in distress amid lengthy queues for assistance.
“Maybe we get the wrong R500”: SA mommies react to TikTok video of R580 SASSA grocery haul
A South African mom showcases her R580 SASSA grant haul for her daughter, sparking debate among South African mothers on budgeting and shopping strategies.
R1,000 grocery budget can barely feed one child a nutritious diet for a month, report shows
New data from reveals that the average household food basket costs R5,479.26 a month, and feeding one child a nutritious diet costs nearly R1,000.
"Getting it ready for implementation": SA might be getting a new social grant to replace the SRD
South Africa's Department of Social Development is finalising a new Basic Income Support grant to replace the SRD, with a policy completion target of March 2027.
SASSA grant changes for 2026, new livelihood plans and budget explained
South Africa has confirmed SASSA funding plans for 2026, SRD grant extensions and new livelihood programmes aimed at helping millions of beneficiaries.
Government extends Social Relief of Distress Fund to 2027
Minister Sindiswa Chikunga announces over R36 billion allocated for the SRD grant, extended until March 2027, amidst key budget allocations for social development.
"When will I get a green ID": Somalian refugee cries to SA government about SASSA grant cut off
A Somalian refugee woman broke down outside a SASSA office after her grant was cut off for months, with officials telling her she now needs a green ID to qualify.
Postbank sets final deadline for South African SASSA Gold Card holders to switch or lose grants
SASSA Gold Card users must switch to the new Black Card by August 2026 to avoid disruption in grant payments. Learn about the easy collection process and safety tips
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