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SASSA Issues Warning: No Tolerance for Fraud in R370 SRD Grants – Important Information for Applicants SASSA has taken a strong stance to protect public funds by declaring that no fraudulent applications for the Special Relief of Distress (SRD) Covid-19 grant , currently set at R370 , will go unnoticed. This decision follows recent reports of scams and ineligible claims affecting the system. On November 6, 2025 , SASSA highlighted that all applications are thoroughly reviewed. This process includes cross-checks with government databases to verify applicants' income, employment, and residency status.  With millions relying on this vital support, the agency is enhancing its anti-fraud measures, which include AI-driven audits and collaborations with law enforcement . If you’re applying for assistance, make sure your information is accurate: unemployed South Africans aged 18-59 with no other income qualify, but submitting false declarations could result in rejection or legal co...

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...

Change SASSA SRD Grant Phone Number Knowing how to change the SASSA SRD grant phone number is something every qualifying applicant should know and in this article, I will give simple and quick instructions to update your contact details. Your phone numbers are important because they  provide access to check your status,  update banking details ,  conduct an appeal,  and change personal details . Here's How To Change SASSA SRD Grant Phone Number If you need to change the phone number linked to your SRD grant, follow these steps: 1. Visit the SRD grant website by clicking on this link. You will be redirected to the contact details change page. 2. You must provide your ID number and the 6-digit application ID you received when checking your SRD grant status . If you don't remember it or didn't save it, you can find it for security purposes. 3. A One-Time PIN (OTP) will be sent to your registered phone number. Enter this pin to proceed with your request. 4. Provide yo...