Social Grants (SASSA)
Who qualifies for SASSA grants, what documents you need, and how to apply for child support, older person, disability, and SRD grants.
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Government Benefits in South Africa: A Plain-English Overview
A plain-English map of South African government benefits: SASSA grants, UIF, NSFAS, RDP housing, free basic municipal services and more — who qualifies and where to apply.
How to Apply for the SASSA Disability Grant
Apply for the SASSA Disability Grant: who qualifies (18–59), the state medical assessment, temporary vs permanent grants, the means test, and how to appeal a decline.
How to Apply for the SASSA Older Person's Grant
Apply for the SASSA Older Person's Grant (state pension) at 60: who qualifies, the means test, documents you need, how to appeal a decline, and grant-in-aid.
How to Apply for the SASSA SRD R370 Grant
Apply for the SASSA Social Relief of Distress (SRD) grant online at srd.sassa.gov.za. Who qualifies, how to check your status, and payment options.
How to Apply for the SASSA Child Support Grant
How to apply for the SASSA Child Support Grant: who qualifies, the means test, documents needed, where to apply and how long it takes.