From the expected April 2026 payment dates to SASSA’s reassurance that grants will still be paid, here is everything you need to know.

Sassa, earlier this month, urged beneficiaries not to ignore SMS notifications calling them in for social grant reviews.

Phased payout schedule begins March 3 with focus on biometric security measures. The South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) has released the official schedule for social grant payments for March ...

Agency confirms official 2026 SASSA grant increases after Finance Minister’s annual Budget Speech. Here’s what beneficiaries ...

SASSA confirms February SRD payment dates while the Department of Social Development dismisses false social media claims.

Minister of Social Development Sisis Tolashe says the department is working to complete significant upgrades to the South ...

April 2026 SASSA Old-Age Grants face more uncertainty, sparking anxiety, rumours and confusion among vulnerable South African pensioners nationwide today.

The Social Relief of Distress Grant will be paid through the month. SASSA warned beneficiaries not to ignore official review notifications sent via SMS.  Upon receipt, beneficiaries must visit any of ...

With days counting down to Easter 2026 SASSA Old-Age Grants, agency has approved official increases, but little else ...

The South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) will be engaging with residents of the greater Bushbuckridge area by bringing social security and social assistance services directly to communities ...

SASSA's cash payments plan not yet clear - independent panel report. 28 May 2018. The independent panel report on the social grants matter headed by the office of the Auditor Gene ...