How Much SASSA Grants Will Be In April After Increases

How Much SASSA Grants Will Be In April After Increases. SASSA grants are a lifeline for millions of South Africans, providing vital financial support to fight poverty and ensure basic needs are met. All SASSA grant beneficiaries will receive an increased grant payment in April 2024.

SASSA Grants Increase in April 2024

The South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) will distribute grant payments to millions of beneficiaries in April 2024. Beneficiaries of all social grants distributed by SASSA can look forward to increased grant payments during this period.

Announcement of Increases

In February 2024, Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana announced the 2024 SASSA grant increases during his Budget Speech. This announcement included increases for all permanent SASSA grants, aiming to bolster financial support for vulnerable individuals and families across South Africa.

Breakdown of Increases

Godongwana confirmed significant increases for various permanent SASSA grants, including the Older Persons pension grant, Disability grant, War Veterans grant, Care Dependency grant, Foster Child grant, Child Support grant, Child Support grant Top-Up, and Grant-in-aid.

• Older Persons, War Veterans, Disability, and Care Dependency Grants: An increase of R100 was announced, with R90 effective from April and R10 effective from October.
• Foster Care Grant: An increase of R50.
• Child Support Grant: An increase of R20.
• Projected Expenditure: For the 2024/2025 financial year, the government’s planned expenditure on grants includes allocations for various categories, such as old-age grant, social security funds, child support grant, other grants, provincial social development, and policy oversight and grant administration.

SRD Grant Increase

The Social Relief of Distress (SRD) grant, commonly known as the R350 grant, has also been increased. Minister Godongwana announced this increase on March 13, 2024. Beneficiaries will witness an increase from the current R350 to R370 starting April 1, 2024, reflecting a rise of R20 or 5.7%.

Fulfilling Fundamental Rights

Godongwana referred to the increase in the SRD grant as fulfilling the fundamental rights of vulnerable adults living in the country, aiming to alleviate financial strain and ensure a basic standard of living.

Updated Grant Amounts for April

• Older Persons Grant: R2,180
• Older Persons (75 years and older): R2,200
• Disability Grant: R2,180
• War Veterans Grant: R2,200
• Child Support Grant: R530
• Child Support Grant (Top-up): R530 + R250
• Care Dependency Grant: R2,180
• Foster Care Grant: R1,180
• SRD Grant: R370

Beneficiary Statistics

Approximately 9 million beneficiaries receive the SRD grant, while 19 million are permanent grant beneficiaries, highlighting the significant impact of these grants on South African communities.’

Conclusion

The April 2024 increases in SASSA grants, including the SRD grant, reflect the government’s commitment to supporting vulnerable populations in South Africa. These adjustments signify vital steps towards alleviating poverty and promoting social welfare nationwide.