South African Social Security Agency (Sassa) still has its obligation to implement the grant amount for April 2025 and support the weaker population by updating the payment program.
The purpose of these changes is to reduce the financial challenges facing the recipients in the midst of increasing costs.
Sassa Grant with effect from April 2025
Since April 2025, many social grants have been adjusted to provide increased financial assistance. The new amount is as follows:
| Grant Type | Previous Amount | New Amount | Increase |
|---|---|---|---|
| Old Age Grant (60–74 years) | R2,185 | R2,315 | R130 |
| Old Age Grant (75+ years) | R2,200 | R2,335 | R135 |
| War Veterans Grant | R2,185 | R2,315 | R130 |
| Disability Grant | R2,185 | R2,315 | R130 |
| Care Dependency Grant | R2,185 | R2,315 | R130 |
| Child Support Grant | R530 | R560 | R30 |
| Foster Care Grant | R1,180 | R1,250 | R70 |
Update the Sassa Pay Dates for April 2025
To streamline the distribution process and reduce the overload, Sassa has revised the payment plan for April 2025. Payments are as follows:
- Old Man Grant: Wednesday, April 2, 2025
- Disability Grants: Thursday, April 3, 2025
- Children’s grant (child support and foster home): Friday 4. April 2025
The recipients are encouraged to ensure timely access to funds and collect their deposits on specified dates to avoid unnecessary queues.
Methods and gathering places
Sassa offers several collection options to accommodate the preferences of recipients:
- Retailers: Grants can be collected in different outlets, including Pick N Pay, Boxer, USAV, Checkers and Shoprite.
- Sassa Card: Recipients can use their South African social security cards to shop at ATMs to withdraw money or shop for participating retailers.
- Cash Send: This service allows recipients to receive a secure PIN code via SMS to withdraw funds in specified locations.
- Bank transfer: The grant can be deposited directly in bank accounts to the recipients for practical access.
Postbank Black Card Infection
The Infection in the New Postbank Black Card From The Old Sassa Gold Card Has Been Increased. Initially set for March 20, 2025, The New Time Limit is 31 May, 2025.
The recipients are encouraged to encourage them to replace their gold card with a black card before this date, so that uninterrupted access can be secured for the grant. The Replacement Process Can Be Completed On Postbank Branches or Authorized Retailers.
Contact Information for Assistance
For Further Assistance or Inquiry, Beneficiaries Can Reach Sassa Through The Following Channels:
- Customs-free Call Center: 0800 60 10 11
- Email: Grantsenquiries@sassa.gov.za
- Nearest Sassa Office: Visit The Local South African Social Security Agency Office for In-Person Assistance.
Finally, April 2025 South African social security agency provides significant financial assistance to millions of South African people in subsidy growth.
With update dates and multiple collection methods, recipients are informed of the new Black card after bank and are encouraged for infection to ensure uninterrupted access to the grant.
FAQs:
What should beneficiaries do if they haven’t transitioned from the Gold Card to the Black Card?
Beneficiaries should visit Postbank branches or authorized retailers to exchange their Gold Cards for the new Black Cards before May 31, 2025, to ensure continuous access to their grants.
Will grants be paid on weekends in April 2025?
No, SASSA typically processes payments on weekdays. Beneficiaries are advised to collect their grants on the scheduled weekdays: April 2, 3, and 4, 2025.
What happens if a beneficiary misses the card transition deadline?
After May 31, 2025, Gold Cards will no longer be valid. Beneficiaries who miss the deadline may experience delays or disruptions in accessing their grants.
