The South African Social Security Agency (Sassa) is mandated to provide comprehensive social security services to combat vulnerability and poverty within the constitutional and legislative framework.
Sassa operates within the framework of the Social Assistance Act. The Social Assistance Act 13 of 2004 intends to provide for the rendering of social assistance to persons, to provide for the mechanism for the rendering of such assistance, to provide for the establishment of an inspectorate for social assistance and to provide for matters connected therewith.
In the past, individuals would have to visit a Sassa office to access the provisions made by the grant payment agency. However, Sassa recognised that visiting an office could pose challenges and unnecessary hassles to people needing assistance.
This led to the introduction of an online portal which members of the public can use to access the services offered by Sassa.
What Can You Do On The Sassa Services Portal?
Individuals can apply for grants like the Foster Child Grant, Older Persons Grant, and Child Support Grant by submitting their application and the required supporting documents online.
The Sassa services online portal also allows individuals to make changes to their personal information and circumstances, such as updating payment methods, banking details, or address changes.
Additionally, individuals can track the status of their grant application to stay informed about its progress. Overall, the Sassa Services Portal provides a convenient platform for grant applications, document submissions, and managing important details related to grants.
Steps To Reset Your Sassa Password Online
Some people are not able to access the portal because they cannot remember their password. Here is a step-by-step guide to resetting your Sassa password.
Step 1: Go to the Sassa services website
Step 2: Click on the 3 lines next to the menu on the right-hand corner
Step 3: Click on Forgot your login details?
Step 4: Enter your ID number
Step 5: You will receive an OTP on the mobile number provided during registration
Step 6: Enter the OTP into the system
Step 7: Choose a new password and confirm it
Once you have completed this, you will be able to log in to the Sassa services portal and access all the services Sassa has to offer.
Grants Distributed By Sassa
Sassa distributes several permanent grants to more than 18 million people monthly. These permanent grants include the Older Persons grant, Disability grant, War Veterans grant, Care Dependency grant, Foster Child grant, Child Support grant, Child Support grant Top-Up and Grant-in-aid.
Sassa also distributes the Social Relief of Distress (SRD) grant. The SRD grant, commonly referred to as the R350 grant, is distributed by unemployed people living in South Africa who meet eligibility criteria determined by Sassa.
Applications for the SRD grant can be submitted on the SRD grant application website.
