Here are SASSA Payment Dates for the Rest of 2024: Plan Ahead and Stay Informed
The South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) is responsible for distributing grants and allowances to individuals in need of financial assistance. Currently, SASSA serves approximately 24 million beneficiaries, including 4 million pensioners, 13 million children, 6 million Social Relief of Distress (SRD) recipients, and around 1 million people with disabilities or war veterans. Beneficiaries can receive their payments through various means such as SASSA cards, cash send services, or direct bank transfers.
Payment Dates for the Rest of 2024
If you rely on SASSA payments, it's crucial to diarise the upcoming payment dates for the remaining months of 2024. This ensures you are well-prepared and can manage your finances accordingly. Here are the confirmed SASSA payment dates for older person’s grants, disability grants, and children’s grants:
October:
• Older person’s grants: Wednesday, 2 Oct
• Disability grants: Thursday, 3 Oct
• Children’s grants: Friday, 4 Oct
November:
• Older person’s grants: Tuesday, 5 Nov
• Disability grants: Wednesday, 6 Nov
• Children’s grants: Thursday, 7 Nov
December:
• Older person’s grants: Tuesday, 3 Dec
• Disability grants: Wednesday, 4 Dec
• Children’s grants: Thursday, 5 Dec
Types of SASSA Grants and Their Amounts
Understanding the various types of grants offered by SASSA is essential. Here is a brief overview of some key grants:
SRD Grant:
This grant is for individuals aged 18-60 who lack financial means, including refugees and asylum seekers. The amount is R350 per month.
Child Support Grant:
Primary caregivers of children receive R510 a month per child. For orphaned children, it’s R750 per month.
Disability Grant:
Individuals with disabilities that prevent them from working are eligible for up to R2 090 per month.
Pensioners Grant:
Older persons aged 60-75 receive R2 090, while those above 75 receive R2 100 per month.
Conclusion
Planning ahead for SASSA payment dates for the rest of 2024 can help you manage your finances more effectively. Make sure to mark the relevant dates in your calendar so you don’t miss any crucial payments. For more detailed information on SASSA grants and how to apply, visit the official SASSA website.
More like this:
