The South African Social Security Agency (Sassa) is now paying all children's grants for July 2024. This includes the Child Support Grant (CSG), Child Support Grant Top-Up and the Foster Care grants.
The Child Support Grant, also known as a children's grant assists low-income families to cover the basic needs of their children. The CSG Top-up is a financial supplement designed to aid caregivers of orphaned children and the Foster Care grant is intended to financially assist adults who are legally caring for children in foster care.
Sassa Children Grant Payment Dates
In July 2024, all grants for the care of children will be paid on Thursday, 4 July 2024.
The Child Support Grant
The Child Support Grant provides financial assistance to the primary caregiver of a child under 18. This grant helps meet basic needs such as food, clothing, and shelter.
Who Qualifies?
- South African citizens, permanent residents, or refugees
- Primary caregivers of children under 18
- Must meet the means test (income threshold)
The amount is subject to change but is currently R530 per month, per child.
The Child Support Grant Top-Up
The Child Support Grant Top-Up supplements the regular grant for orphaned children raised by relatives (e.g., grandparents, aunts, uncles).
Who Qualifies?
- South African citizens, permanent residents, or refugees
- Primary caregivers of orphaned children under 18 (proof of orphan status required)
- Must meet the means test
The top-up provides an additional R250 on top of the regular Child Support Grant, bringing the total to R780 per month per orphaned child.
The Foster Care Grant
The Foster Care Grant is specifically for those legally caring for children placed in their care through the foster care system.
Who Qualifies?
- South African citizens, permanent residents, or refugees
- Individuals legally caring for children under 18 placed in their care through a court order
The grant provides a set amount of R1,180 per month, per child in your care.
