SASSA News & Guides
Your source for the latest updates on social grants in South Africa.
Understanding SASSA Status Meanings: Pending vs Declined
Detailed breakdown of every status result and what it means for your application progress.
How to Appeal Your Declined SASSA Grant Status
Step-by-step instructions for lodging an appeal with the Independent Tribunal (ITSSA).
Why Is There No Fixed SASSA SRD Payment Date? How the System Works (2026)
Wondering why there is no fixed SASSA SRD payment date? Learn how SASSA's batch system works and how to check your own payment date.
SASSA Approved But No Payment Date? 6 Fixes (2026)
SASSA status approved, but no payment date showing? Here are 6 practical fixes to get your R370 SRD grant paid, updated for 2026.
Update SASSA Phone Number After Losing Your SIM (2026)
Lost your SIM card? Learn how to update your SASSA phone number step-by-step in 2026, either online with a face scan or in person at a SASSA office.
SASSA Status Check on WhatsApp + SASSA WhatsApp Number 2026
Learn how to do a SASSA status check on WhatsApp in 2026. Get the official SASSA WhatsApp number and check your SRD grant status in minutes.
How to Use Moya App to Check SASSA Status Free
Learn how to use the Moya app to check your SASSA SRD R370 status for free no data needed. A step-by-step guide for South African grant beneficiaries.
How to Check SASSA Status Without Internet (2026)
Check your SASSA SRD R370 status using a USSD code, SMS, or the SASSA call centre. An easy guide for South Africans, no data needed.
SASSA SRD R370 Grant | How to Apply, Eligibility, & Pay Dates
Find out who qualifies for the SASSA SRD R370 grant in 2026, how much you receive monthly, and when your SRD grant payment dates are scheduled.
SASSA Means Test & R628 Income Threshold Explained
Learn what the SASSA means test is, how the R628 income threshold works, and whether you qualify for an SRD grant. Simple, plain-English explanation.
What a SASSA Grant Status Check Tells You And Why You Should Check It Every Month
Can't understand what your SASSA status check result is showing? Learn the meaning of Approved, Pending, and Declined, and why checking every month is important.
All 8 SASSA Grant Types Explained | Check Your Eligibility
Confused about SASSA grants in 2026? Discover all 8 SASSA grant types, who qualifies, and how much you can receive.
SASSA Grant Explained: Types, Eligibility & Who Qualifies in South Africa
Learn what a SASSA grant is, who qualifies for it, what types of grants are available, and the SASSA means test.
SASSA SRD R350 Status Check: A Complete Guide
Learn how to use the online portal to check your grant application status and payment dates for 2025.