SASSA August Payment Dates 2024 – Here’s When to Collect Your Grants. The South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) has released the payment schedule for social grants for the 2023/24 fiscal year, including the specific dates for August 2024. As a grant recipient, it’s crucial to know when you can expect your payment to ensure you plan accordingly.
SASSA August Payment Dates 2024
SASSA plays a vital role in supporting approximately 29 million South Africans by providing financial assistance through various grants and allowances. The different types of beneficiaries include:
Older Persons (Pensioners) – 4 Million
SASSA offers the Older Person’s Grant, also known as the state pension, to South African citizens, permanent residents, or refugees aged 60 and above. The maximum monthly amount is R2,180, and individuals over 75 receive R2,200.
Childcare Beneficiaries – 13 Million
The Child Support Grant is available to primary caregivers of children. Both the caregiver and the child must be South African citizens, permanent residents, or refugees residing in South Africa.
Social Relief of Distress (SRD) Recipients – 10 Million
Introduced in 2020 in response to the COVID-19 pandemic, the SRD Grant provides temporary financial assistance to individuals and families impacted by the pandemic, helping them meet their basic needs.
Disabled and War Veterans – About 2 Million
Grants are available for disabled individuals and war veterans. The War Veteran’s Grant is for South African citizens who served in the Second World War (1939-1945) or the Korean War (1950-1953). Eligible recipients must be either 60 years old or have a disability and not receive any other social grant.
When Will the Money Come in August?
Here are the specific payment dates for different types of grants in August:
- Older Persons’ Grant: Friday, August 2
- Disability Grant: Monday, August 5
- Child Support Grant: Tuesday, August 6
Grant recipients can collect their payments at designated supermarkets such as Pick n Pay, Boxer, USave merchants, Checkers, and Shoprite. Payments can be accessed through the SASSA card, CashSend, or direct bank transfers. In the first week of the month, payments are made to older persons, children, and disabled individuals, followed by the SRD and other types of grants. All beneficiaries except SRD recipients can also receive their payments at South African Post Office branches.
Increase in Grant Amounts
Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana announced earlier this year that the amounts for permanent SASSA grants would increase. Here’s how much more beneficiaries will receive:
- Older persons, war veterans, disabled individuals, and caregivers: R100 more (R90 in April and R10 in October).
- Foster care beneficiaries: R50 more.
- Child Support Grant beneficiaries: R20 more.
- SRD Grant recipients: R20 increase or 5.7% from April 1.
How to Contact SASSA
If you have any questions or need further assistance, you can contact SASSA directly:
- Toll-Free Call Centre: 0800 60 10 11
- SASSA Head Office: 012 400 2322
- Email: [email protected]
Conclusion
Stay informed about your SASSA grant payment dates and recent increases to effectively manage your finances. Understanding these schedules ensures you receive your benefits on time and can make the most of the additional support provided.
