how much is srd grant now

The R350 grant implemented by government and distributed monthly by SASSA is a necessity for millions of South Africans, especially after the pandemic. Research conducted by the University of Johannesburg has revealed just how many people in the country are reliant on the grant for survival.

The much-anticipated Basic Income Grant could be coming soon to South Africa. The Department of Social Development has given the go-ahead for the grant to come into effect, much to the relief of millions of South Africans seeking government assistance. 

Wondering why you might not have received approval for the R350 grant from Sassa, despite receiving approval for the previous month? Here are possible scenarios as to why this is and potential solutions.

Social grants provided by South Africa's government serve as an important lifeline for millions of the country's poorest citizens. Discussions on how to help further alleviate South Africa's sky-high levels of poverty and unemployment took place earlier this month.

Concerns have been raised about the R350 grant not being enough to sustain its recipients. President Cyril Ramaphosa has shed light on this issue and offered an explanation. 

The National Treasury of South Africa has been hinting that it may hit a financial wall when it comes to disbursing the Social Relief of Distress (SRD) grant. The grant has been a lifeline for millions of South Africa's poorest citizens, with the grant's payout amount recently gaining an increase.

Another change has been implemented in the revamping of the Social Relief of Distress (SRD) grant, disbursed by the South African Social Security Agency (Sassa). Here is what you need to know. 

There are a number of reasons why your application for the SRD grant may be rejected. Here is a guide on what to do if this happens, and why it may have happened. 

The Department of Social Development has warned vulnerable South Africans of a fake Sassa announcement circulating on social media. 

During this week, Minister Lindiwe Zulu sat down to discuss the latest updates regarding the amendments to the R350 grant (also known as the Social Relief of Distress grant) and the ongoing discussion surrounding the Basic Income Grant.