The South African Social Security Agency's (Sassa's) Special Relief of Distress (SRD) Grant was first introduced at the height of the Covid-19 pandemic. It was installed as a means of offering financial relief to those who were hardest hit by the pandemic's economic impact.
The President declared a National State of Disaster as a result of the Covid-19 global pandemic. It is in this regard that the R350 SRD grant payment per month, to be paid to individuals who are currently unemployed, do not receive any form of income, social grant or UIF payment etc., came to be.
If you were rejected when you applied for the Sassa SRD Grant, you can appeal the decision and you might get another chance.
How To Send Your Appeal
- Go to Sassa SRD Appeals Website
- Enter your ID number
- Enter your cellphone number
- Lodge your appeal
If you've already lodged an appeal, you will then not need to send another or contact the Sassa office.
Beneficiaries will be able to claim their SRD grant monthly until the 31st of March 2024.
Appeals for other grants need to be lodged directly with the Department of Social Development. You will be required to submit your appeal within 30 days of your rejection, and you will not be given the opportunity to appeal after 90 days have elapsed.
