SASSA Grants Doubled in April 2025: Full Payment Dates & Beneficiary Details
South Africa offered a major relief boost in April 2025, bringing a wave of hope to millions. The South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) officially confirmed that grant payments would be doubled for the month
an extraordinary move aimed at easing the pressure of rising inflation and unemployment. Here's a full breakdown of this critical update, including who qualifies, new payment amounts, and how to check your name on the list.
With living costs skyrocketing and food prices soaring, the government responded by temporarily doubling SASSA grants to help struggling families and vulnerable citizens.
This initiative is part of a broader social relief plan designed to:– Offset the impact of high food and utility price– Support citizens amid persistent unemployment– Bridge the gap between basic needs and current grant
The double grant payout in April 2025 applied to all existing beneficiaries of SASSA programs. This included:
Older Persons Grant recipients, Child Support Grant beneficiaries, Disability Grant recipients, Foster Child Grant holders, Care Dependency Grant dependents, War Veterans Grant recipients and SRD R350 Grant beneficiaries
Online Method– Visit: srd.sassa.gov. za– Enter your ID number and registered phone number– View your grant status and payment history