What Happened
The South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) has confirmed the payment schedule for social grants in March 2026. Beneficiaries are advised to note their respective payout dates to ensure timely receipt of funds.
Why It Matters
According to SASSA, the payment dates are staggered to minimize congestion at pay points and ATMs. The official payment dates are as follows:
- Old Age Grant: March 3
- Disability Grant: March 4
- All Other Grants (including Child Grants): March 5
Additionally, SASSA has warned beneficiaries to pay attention to official review notifications sent via SMS. These reviews are essential for verifying continued eligibility for social assistance and preventing fraud, as emphasized by spokesperson Senzeni Ngubeni.
What’s Next
Beneficiaries must visit SASSA offices upon receiving review notifications to complete the necessary grant review process. This is part of SASSA’s commitment to ensuring that social grants are allocated to deserving and eligible beneficiaries. Furthermore, all social grants, excluding the COVID-19 Social Relief of Distress (SRD) grant, are set to increase in the next financial year, which may impact future payment schedules.
