The South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) plays a critical role in providing financial assistance to vulnerable individuals across South Africa.
Disbursing grants to approximately 24 million beneficiaries, including the elderly, disabled, and children, SASSA ensures that millions of households can meet their basic needs.
Here’s a complete guide to the February 2025 payment schedule, grant types, amounts, and other key details for SASSA beneficiaries.
February 2025 Payment Dates
SASSA has confirmed the following payment dates for February 2025:
| Grant Type | Payment Date |
|---|---|
| Older Person’s Grant | Thursday, 1 February 2025 |
| Disability Grant | Friday, 2 February 2025 |
| Children’s Grants | Monday, 5 February 2025 |
Note: Beneficiaries receiving multiple grants will have all payments processed on the first payment date applicable to their grants.
Payment Methods
SASSA provides multiple options for beneficiaries to access their grants:
- SASSA Cards: Use your card at ATMs or participating retail stores.
- CashSend Services: Receive funds through CashSend directly to your cellphone.
- Bank Account Transfers: Have your grant deposited directly into your bank account.
- Retail Payment Points: Collect grants at stores like Pick n Pay, Boxer, Shoprite, Checkers, and USave merchants.
SASSA Grant Types and Amounts
Here’s an updated breakdown of the grant types and their respective amounts for 2025:
| Grant Type | Amount (R) |
|---|---|
| Older Person’s Grant | R2,190 (60–75 years), R2,210 (75+ years) |
| Disability Grant | R2,190 |
| War Veteran’s Grant | R2,210 |
| Child Support Grant | R530 (R750 with top-up for orphans) |
| Foster Child Grant | R1,180 |
| Care Dependency Grant | R2,190 |
| SRD Grant | R370 |
| Grant-In-Aid | R510 |
Key Highlights
- Older Person’s Grant:
- For individuals aged 60–75 years: R2,190.
- For individuals aged 75+: R2,210.
- Disability and Care Dependency Grants:
- Both provide R2,190 per month to those who qualify.
- Child Support Grant:
- Standard amount: R530.
- Top-up for orphans: Additional R250, making the total R750.
- Foster Child Grant:
- Provides R1,180 per foster child placed in your care by a court.
- Social Relief of Distress (SRD) Grant:
- Designed for unemployed individuals aged 18–60 without other financial support, providing R370 per month.
- War Veteran’s Grant:
- For veterans of the Second World War and the Korean War, offering R2,210 monthly.
Tips for Beneficiaries
- Keep Your Details Updated: Ensure your personal and payment information with SASSA is correct to avoid delays.
- Avoid Scams: SASSA has warned beneficiaries about false information and scams regarding payment dates and methods. Always verify information from official SASSA sources.
- Plan Your Withdrawal: Don’t rush to withdraw funds on the first day to avoid long queues. Your money will remain safe in your account until you need it.
SASSA’s Commitment
SASSA continues to refine its processes to make accessing grants more efficient. Measures such as CashSend services, retail payment points, and direct bank deposits aim to simplify and secure payment distribution.
Additionally, the agency remains committed to ensuring beneficiaries in rural areas can access services conveniently.
The February 2025 payment schedule underscores SASSA’s mission to provide reliable financial support to South Africa’s most vulnerable citizens.
