Financial assistance grants via the South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) reach people in good time to support citizens who live in poverty. SASSA will pay out grants in February 2025 that will be used to settle daily needs as well as spend on festival festivities. Read all crucial information on SASSA grant payment timelines along with beneficiary criteria and projected award sums that will be ready in February 2025.
SASSA Grants
SASSA creates varied grants to disburse financial aid which an individual benefits based on their economic and social status. All grant programs offered by SASSA are centered on assisting individuals confronting needs due to age and disability in addition to other types of support challenges.
Details
- Authority: South African Social Security Agency
- Payment Dates: February 4th, 5th, and 6th, 2025
- Official Website: www.sassa.gov.za
Grant Types
Here is an overview of SASSA’s major grant programes:
Older Persons Grant
This older people’s grant supporting citizens over the age of 60 assists elder citizens in their ability to accomplish their fundamental essentials.
- Payment Amounts:
Ages 60–74: R2,190/month
Ages 75+: R2,210/month
Disability Grant
There is a special one for disabled applicants who are incapable of seeking income through its payout to address household care needs.
- Maximum Payment: R2,190/month
Child Support Grant
Through its SASSA grant, the organization assists parents in caring for their children by providing money that can be used to purchase necessities like food as well as school fees.
- Payment Amount: R530/child/month
Care Dependency Grant
The grant provides financial aid to individuals in need of care on a daily basis due to their severe disabilities.
- Payment Amount: R2,190/month
Grant-in-Aid
The grant provides additional financial assistance after initial benefits for beneficiaries who receive other grants but require additional assistance due to their severe disabilities.
Social Relief of Distress (SRD) Grant
The pandemic-specific grant experienced temporary status in 2020 but could return in 2025 depending on national circumstances.
- Past Payment: R370/month
Payout Schedule
The SASSA organization intends to pay grant money directly into beneficiaries’ chosen bank accounts. The following are the exact payment dates:
| Grant Type | Payment Date |
|---|---|
| Older Persons Grants | 4 February 2025 |
| Disability Grants | 5 February 2025 |
| Children’s Grants | 6 February 2025 |
Grant Amounts
The authorities adjust grant levels periodically to account for inflation rises. Following is a comparison of the existing levels and the expected rises in April 2025:
| Grant Type | Current Amount (Oct 2024) | Expected Increase (Apr 2025) | New Amount (Apr 2025) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Older Persons Grant | R2,190 | R20 | R2,210 |
| Disability Grant | R2,190 | R20 | R2,210 |
| War Veterans Grant | R2,210 | R20 | R2,230 |
| Child Support Grant | R530 | R30 | R560 |
| Child Support Grant Top-Up | R250 | R15 | R265 |
| Foster Care Grant | R1,180 | R20 | R1,200 |
| Care Dependency Grant | R2,190 | R20 | R2,210 |
| SRD Grant | R370 | No increase | R370 |
Delayed Payments
If you have not yet received your February SASSA payment, here is what you should do:
- Wait for Three Business Days: Funds transfer to your bank account may take longer time before being available.
- Check Account Status: Verify your bank record to ensure your payment was received.
- Contact SASSA: You may seek assistance from your nearest SASSA branch if you do not receive your payment.
FAQ’s
What is the SASSA February 2025 payment plan?
Payment is made 4th, 5th and 6th February 2025.
How much is child support?
R530 per child per month by February 2025.