Sassa Grant Payments May Increase for July 2023

In February of this year, Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana announced an allocation of R30 billion for inflation-linked increases in permanent social grants, providing a boost to the Sassa social grants in South Africa. This news was welcomed by millions of grant beneficiaries across the country.

The first wave of increased grant payments was disbursed in April, bringing relief and assistance to many individuals and families who rely on these grants for their welfare and livelihoods. The additional funds helped alleviate some financial pressures and improve the well-being of the beneficiaries.

Looking ahead, the South African Social Security Agency (Sassa) has recently released the anticipated grant payment amounts for July 2023. These figures take into consideration the earlier inflation-linked adjustments, ensuring that the grants remain aligned with the rising costs of living.

July 2023 Sassa Grant Payments

Here are the anticipated grant payment amounts for July 2023, as released by Sassa:

• Older Persons grant: R2,080
• Older Persons (75 years and older): R2,100
• Disability grant: R2,080
• War Veterans grant: R2,100
• Child Support grant: R500
• Child Support grant (Top-up): R500 + R250
• Care Dependency grant: R2,080
• Foster Care grant: R1,120
• Grant-In-Aid: R500

NOTE: The grant amounts mentioned earlier may be subject to additional increases in the future, particularly in October 2023. However, based on the current information, it is anticipated that there will be no increase in these grants for July 2023.

Grant Payment Schedule for July 2023:

• Older Persons Grant: Tuesday, 4th July
• Disability Grant: Wednesday, 5th July
• Children’s Grant – Thursday, 6 July

Channels for Receiving SASSA Grants.

Social grant recipients have multiple options for accessing or collecting their social grant payments.

These options include retail outlets such as Pick n Pay, Shoprite, Boxer stores, Usave stores, and Checkers. Mobile Cash Pay Points, personal bank accounts, and the Post Office are also available as convenient channels for receiving Sassa grants.