SASSA Grant Increases for April 2025: In his 2025 Budget Speech on March 12, Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana announced significant increases in South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) grants, effective from April 1, 2025. These adjustments aim to provide financial relief to millions of South Africans who rely on social grants amid challenging economic conditions.​
Overview of SASSA Grant Increases for 2025
The following grants will experience monthly payment increases starting April 1, 2025:​
- Old Age Grant: Beneficiaries aged 60 to 74 will receive an additional R130, bringing their monthly grant to R2,315. Those aged 75 and older will see an increase of R135, totaling R2,335 per month. ​South African Embassy JapanThe Citizen
- Disability Grant: An extra R130 per month will raise the grant to R2,315 for individuals with disabilities. ​South African Embassy Japan
- War Veterans Grant: A R130 increase will adjust the monthly grant to R2,335 for war veterans. ​South African Embassy Japan
- Care Dependency Grant: Caregivers of children with severe disabilities will receive an additional R130, bringing the grant to R2,315 per month. ​South African Embassy Japan
- Child Support Grant: The grant will increase by R30, raising the monthly payment to R560 per child. ​
- Foster Care Grant: A R70 increase will bring the monthly grant to R1,250 for foster caregivers. ​South African Embassy Japan+1The Citizen+1
- Grant-in-Aid: An additional R30 per month will adjust the grant to R530 for individuals requiring regular care. ​South African Embassy Japan
- Social Relief of Distress (SRD) Grant: Originally introduced during the COVID-19 pandemic, the SRD grant will be extended until March 31, 2026, with a R20 increase, bringing the monthly payment to R370. ​
Government’s Commitment to Social Welfare
The South African government has allocated R284.7 billion for social grants in the 2025/26 fiscal year, reflecting a strong commitment to social protection and poverty alleviation. These above-inflation increases are designed to help vulnerable populations cope with rising living costs and economic challenges. ​South African Embassy Japan
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Implementation and Payment Schedule
The increased grant amounts will be implemented starting April 1, 2025. Beneficiaries can expect payments according to the following schedule:​South African Embassy Japan
- Older Persons Grant: Tuesday, April 1, 2025​
- Disability Grant: Wednesday, April 2, 2025​
- Children’s Grants: Thursday, April 3, 2025​
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Impact of the Grant Increases
The April 2025 SASSA grant increases are designed to provide much-needed financial relief to millions of South Africans. These adjustments aim to help vulnerable groups, including the elderly, persons with disabilities, and low-income families, manage the rising cost of living. Beneficiaries are encouraged to be aware of the new amounts and payment schedules to ensure timely receipt of their grants.
