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SASSA News & Updates

Grant changes, payment date updates, policy news and scam warnings - written by Paul Geddes and updated as events happen.

July 2026

Payment Dates 13 July 2026

SASSA Payment Dates August 2026 - Official Schedule

Older Persons: 3 August. Disability: 4 August. Children's grants: 5 August. August 1 falls on a Saturday so dates shift forward. Women's Day 9 August - plan ahead.

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June 2026

Payment Dates 8 June 2026

SASSA Payment Dates July 2026 - Official Schedule

Older Persons: 1 July. Disability: 2 July. Children's grants: 3 July. SRD R370: last week of July. Notes on school holidays and what to expect at ATMs.

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May 2026

Payment Dates 21 May 2026

SASSA Payment Dates June 2026 - Official Schedule

Older Persons: 3 June. Disability: 4 June. Children's grants: 5 June. SRD R370: last week of June. Full schedule plus what to do if your payment is late.

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Warning 21 May 2026

SASSA Scams in 2026 - How to Spot and Report Them

Fake WhatsApp numbers, fake reapplication websites and "re-register for 2027" messages are circulating. Here is what to watch for and how to protect yourself.

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February 2026

Budget Update 20 February 2026

SASSA SRD Grant Extended to March 2027 - What It Means for You

Finance Minister Godongwana confirmed R35.2 billion for the SRD grant in the 2026 budget. The amount stays at R370 and existing recipients do not need to reapply.

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