SASSA Confirms February 2025: Millions of South Africans depend on SASSA grants for financial support. To ensure smooth service delivery, SASSA has released the payment schedule for February 2025. Below, you’ll find the payment dates, grant amounts, collection methods, and updates regarding banking issues.
SASSA Confirms February 2025
To avoid overcrowding, payments are staggered on different days:
- Older Persons Grant: Tuesday, 4 February 2025
- Disability Grant: Wednesday, 5 February 2025
- Child Support and Foster Child Grants: Thursday, 6 February 2025
- Care Dependency Grant: Wednesday, 5 February 2025
- War Veterans Grant: Tuesday, 4 February 2025
Beneficiaries are encouraged to collect their grants on the specified dates to ensure an efficient distribution process.
Grant Amounts for February 2025
The grant amounts remain the same for February 2025:
- Older Persons Grant (60–74 years): R2,190
- Older Persons Grant (75+ years): R2,210
- Disability Grant: R2,190
- Child Support Grant: R530
- Foster Child Grant: R1,180
- Care Dependency Grant: R2,190
- War Veterans Grant: R2,210
Collection Methods
Beneficiaries can access their payments through the following options:
- Direct deposit: Payments can be made directly into beneficiaries’ bank accounts.
- SASSA Gold Card: Withdraw cash from ATMs or use the card at participating retailers, including Pick n Pay and Boxer stores.
- Post Office branches: For those without bank accounts, payments can be collected at select post office branches.
Addressing Banking Challenges
SASSA has acknowledged concerns over frozen accounts associated with Ithala SOC Bank. To assist affected individuals, emergency measures have been put in place in collaboration with First National Bank (FNB). Beneficiaries experiencing issues are advised to contact SASSA for assistance and update their banking details to avoid delays.
Looking Ahead: Potential Grant Increases
As the cost of living rises, many South Africans are anticipating possible grant increases expected to be announced in April 2025. Additionally, some have called for SASSA to return to paying grants on the first day of each month, a practice that was halted during the COVID-19 pandemic.
With February’s payment schedule in place, SASSA is committed to ensuring a smooth process for beneficiaries. For any questions or concerns about grant payments, beneficiaries should reach out to SASSA directly through their local offices or helplines.
