sassa payment dates

The SASSA Older Persons Grant is now R2,400 per month (R2,420 if you are 75 or older) after the April 2026 increase. May 2026 payment starts 5 May. eLife certification is now required — here is everything you need to know.

The SRD grant stays at R370 for June 2026 — no increase from the 2026 Budget, but extended to March 2027. Payment dates, eligibility, and how to check your status.