Sassa holds the responsibility of disbursing social grants to eligible recipients on a monthly basis. These grants play a vital role in supporting the livelihoods of more than 18 million individuals in South Africa.
The range of permanent social grants offered by Sassa is designed to assist qualifying South Africans who lack the means to generate income. This encompasses categories such as the elderly, children, and people with disabilities. For these vulnerable groups, Sassa’s grants act as a crucial safety net.
Included among the permanent social grants provided by Sassa are the Older Person’s Grant, Child Support Grant, Disability Grant, War Veterans Grant, Foster Child Grant, and Grant in Aid. Due to the diversity of potential recipients, knowing the methods of accessing these permanent Sassa grants—where, when, and how—can save significant time and prevent potential delays.
Guide to Accessing Your Sassa Grant
Typically, recipients of Sassa’s permanent social grants need access to a bank account to receive their grant payments. This often involves utilizing a Sassa Gold card, usable at various retail establishments like Pick n Pay, Shoprite, Boxer stores, Usave stores, and Checkers, or a conventional bank account.
To provide further reassurance, Sassa has extended the validity of expiring Sassa cards until the end of 2023.
Sassa grant beneficiaries also have the option of receiving their social grant payments through mobile cash pay points. It’s important to note that this method restricts fund collection to specific times during the grant payment cycle.
Additionally, Sassa has introduced a new collection method that allows beneficiaries to receive their grants without a Sassa Gold card. Those selecting this option need to present their Identification Document, a valid cellphone number, and their Sassa Gold card pin.
Timing for September Sassa Grant Payments
Staying informed about the agency’s predetermined payment schedule is equally crucial. With that in mind, here are the anticipated payment dates for social grants in September 2023:
- Older Persons Grant: September 5, 2023
- Disability Grant: September 6, 2023
- Children’s Grants: September 7, 2023
There is no urgency to withdraw your payment on the initial day, as the grant funds will remain in your account until you require them.
