Get the latest news, policy changes, alerts and announcements from the South African Social Security Agency. Essential updates to help you navigate SASSA successfully. Also read our Latest SASSA Blogs to learn all about SASSA programs, how to SASSA Status Check online, application guidelines, payment schedules and more.
As a South African, knowing how to protect your finances is crucial. Recently, the South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) identified risks related to fraud connected to certain mobile numbers used for the COVID-19 Social Relief of Distress (SRD) R370 grant. If you received a notice asking you to change your phone number, it’s essential … Read more
Dealing with a lost or stolen SASSA card can be really stressful. This card allows you to access your welfare grant money from the South African government. Without it, you may struggle to afford basic needs like food, rent, transport and other living costs. The good news is that SASSA has official processes to deal … Read more
Are you waiting for your SASSA payment this November? The South African Social Security Agency has just released the official SASSA payment dates for all social grants for November 2024. SASSA grants help millions of South Africans meet their basic needs each month. Do you need to plan your monthly budget? Are you helping a … Read more
Has your SASSA SRD R370 grant been declined? Don’t worry I’ll help you appeal! As someone who understands how important these SASSA grants are, I’ll walk you through the exact appeal process that can overturn your rejection. I know dealing with the SASSA system can feel challenging, but my step-by-step guide makes appealing simple and … Read more
Have you come across messages claiming that the South African government is now offering a child support grant of R1,100 to parents? It’s been popping up on social media and WhatsApp, drawing plenty of attention. But is it true, or just another scam? Let’s dive into what’s really going on and get the facts straight. … Read more
Are you applying for South African social grants and need the required SASSA forms? Avoid wasted trips to offices by downloading key documents yourself. We summarize each necessary form, its purpose, plus provide direct PDF links for paper or digital applications. The South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) administers government assistance programs. All applicants must … Read more
Have you been waiting for your SASSA SRD R370 payment, only to find it hasn’t arrived? You’re not alone. Many South Africans depend on the Social Relief of Distress (SRD) grant to cover essential needs, so any delays can cause stress and confusion. But don’t worry there are common reasons why your payment may be … Read more
Are you waiting for your October 2024 SRD payment? Good news! The payment dates are finally confirmed, and I’m here to share all the details with you. The South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) has officially announced the payment dates for the Special COVID-19 Social Relief of Distress (SRD) grant of R370 for October 2024. … Read more
Having your SASSA grant application stuck in a pending status can be stressful and confusing. With the high volumes of applications in 2024, delays are common. In this guide we will discuss the reasons why your SASSA status may still show pending and the steps you can take to get clarity and potentially speed up … Read more
Receiving social assistance grants is a lifeline for millions of South Africans. To ensure payments continue smoothly, keeping your SASSA banking details update with the South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) system is essential. Besides, SASSA recently increased the SRD R350 Amount to R370, so if you are looking specifically to change banking details for … Read more