SASSA Grant Increase Know What Recipients Should Do or Expect Regarding The Grant Increase While many South Africans continue to grapple with the rising living costs, the South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) has implemented a modest R10 increase across all social grants starting in October 2025. This adjustment was announced by Finance Minister Enoch Godongwan a earlier this year, aims to provide some relief to over 18 million beneficiaries amid inflation pressures. Finance Minister: Enoch Godongwana (Source: Wikipedia) In this article, we will go through the overview of the recent SASSA permanent grants increase and the Social Relief of Distress (SRD) grant. If you have not heard about the increase or how and when it will take effect, keep reading The Updated SASSA Grant Amount Increase Is As follows Old Age Grant: Now R2,320 (up from R2,310) Old Age Grant (75 years or older): Now R2,340 (up from R2,330) Children's Support Grant: Now R530 (up from R520) Disability Grant: N...
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