The South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) has confirmed an increase in social grant payments for 2025. The SASSA grant increase is set for June 2025 as part of the R100 annual adjustment announced in the February 2025 National Budget, aimed at supporting vulnerable South Africans facing rising living costs. How Much SASSA Grant Increase…
Thousands of South Africans are concerned about no SASSA grant payment for UIF beneficiaries in June 2025, even after their UIF payments have stopped. Many were flagged as ineligible in the SASSA system during May, leaving them confused and frustrated, especially those who believed they now qualified for SASSA support. No SASSA Grant Payment for…
SASSA grant payments now face bank charges, with an increasing number of beneficiaries across South Africa reporting unexpected deductions that reduce the actual value of their monthly grants. This development has raised concerns among government officials and advocacy groups, especially as more recipients switch to personal bank accounts to move away from the often problematic…
From early May 2025, the SASSA has enforced mandatory biometric identity verification for flagged beneficiaries across all grant types. This stringent verification process has resulted in millions left unpaid in May 2025 due to failed SASSA ID verification. This affects SRD grant beneficiaries, Older Persons grant recipients, Child Support Grant claimants, and Disability grant beneficiaries…
Postbank has officially confirmed that SASSA Gold Cards remain valid for June 2025 payments. This announcement brings reassurance to millions of social grant beneficiaries who are still in the process of transitioning to the new black Postbank cards. Millions of beneficiaries have yet to receive their replacement cards due to the slow transition to new…
With the announcement of June 2025 payment dates, SASSA identity verification required for June 2025 payments. The national agency confirms that biometric ID verification continues for beneficiaries who did not complete their ID verification process in May 2025. These individuals are now informed to complete their verification and receive payment in June. SASSA Identity Verification…
You can appeal SASSA for June 2025 grant payment if it was not received. The South African government gives beneficiaries the right to challenge SASSA’s rejection if they believe it was a mistake or an unfair judgment. This appeal process allows you to request a reconsideration of your grant application. How to Appeal SASSA for…
Millions of South Africans rely on monthly SASSA grants to support older persons, children, and individuals living with disabilities. These payments are mainly processed through linked bank accounts or approved retail partners. If you’ve recently changed your bank or your current account has been closed, it’s important to update your banking details for June 2025…
If you have lost access to your registered phone number or it is no longer active, it’s important to update your phone number for June 2025 SASSA grant. Your mobile number is essential for SASSA verification, receiving one-time PINs (OTPs), and ensuring that SRD grant payments or other social grants are delivered securely to the…
With the growing number of beneficiaries, the South African government is increasing its annual SASSA budget for SRD grant payments to meet the basic needs of the vulnerable population. If you are one of the millions who rely on the Social Relief of Distress (SRD) programme, you can now check your SASSA R350 status for…