Anele Zulu 
The South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) is a government agency that provides welfare assistance and social grants to over 18 million vulnerable South Africans. These grants offer vital financial aid for expenses like food, housing, healthcare and more. A very common question that arises among grant beneficiaries is; Does SASSA Pay Grants On Weekends? … Read more
Have you applied for a SASSA grant but realized you entered the wrong phone number, or simply forgot it? If yes, then don’t fret! Updating your contact details with SASSA is straightforward and crucial for receiving vital updates about your application status, interviews, and even grant payouts if approved. Now, you must be thinking; What … Read more
If your application for the SASSA SRD R350 grant is approved in 2024, you may be wondering, “How long does SASSA take to pay R350 into my bank account?” SASSA has announced payment dates on which the R350 funds will be available in approved beneficiaries’ accounts. After SASSA processes the payment, it typically takes 2-3 … Read more
The South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) has announced that social grant amounts will increase starting April 1st, 2024 in order to keep pace with inflation and improve access for eligible recipients. The increases will apply to old age pensions, disability grants, foster care grants, care dependency grants, and child support grants. According to the … Read more
The South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) provides monthly COVID-19 Social Relief of Distress (SRD) grants of R350 to eligible South African citizens. In order to complete the SRD grant application and access funds, applicants need to obtain a SASSA one-time PIN (OTP) code. Quick Summary:The South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) sends eligible citizens … Read more
The South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) provides social grants and services to millions of vulnerable South Africans. Applying for and managing these services is now available online through the SASSA portal. However, if you forget your login details, you’ll need to reset your SASSA password to access the portal. Keep reading to learn step-by-step … Read more
The South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) provides regular social grant payments to over 18 million beneficiaries across South Africa. These grants offer vital financial assistance to vulnerable groups including the elderly, people with disabilities, and children in poverty. With the cost of living rising, it’s essential for recipients to receive SASSA grants on time … Read more
Applied for South Africa’s Special COVID-19 Social Relief of Distress (SRD) grant in 2024 but got an “alternative income source identified” notification instead? This common SASSA declining reason requires you take action to appeal or reapply correctly to receive the R350 monthly funds. This guide clarifies why you may get the “alternative income source” decline … Read more
Do you currently receive South Africa’s monthly R350 SASSA grant for low-income households? Did you know that you can now change your SASSA R350 Payment Method to Boxer nationwide? Well, this guide explains everything you need to know to redirect your SASSA R350 social relief funds to Boxer supermarket chains across South Africa. Overview of … Read more
For those relying on South Africa’s SASSA (South African Social Security Agency) grant program for income support, it’s important to understand what happens if you don’t withdraw your full grant payment when it’s made available. In this article we will provide a detailed look at the policies and procedures around unclaimed or under-utilized SASSA grants, … Read more