SASSA SRD R370 applicants can track their grant outcomes using the official SRD portal and SASSA support channels. Monthly results may change, so checking status regularly helps you spot approvals, declines, and verification flags.
Millions of South Africans are seeing better access to electricity, housing and plumbing, according to Stats SA’s 2025 household survey. Yet grant dependence remains widespread, with over half of households receiving support and nearly a quarter relying on it as their main income. Analysts warn grants reduce hardship, but do not replace the need for stronger job creation and growth.
Postbank has warned SASSA beneficiaries to replace Gold Cards with Postbank Black Cards before 31 August 2026. Only three grant payment months remain before Gold Cards are expected to stop working after the cut-off.
SASSA’s SRD Grant application process is run mainly online through the SRD portal, with OTP confirmation and verification checks. Applications are assessed through system checks, and outcomes may differ from month to month based on verification results.
SASSA has warned that a circulating advert for “Contract Workers: Grants Reviews” is fake. The agency says the information does not come from SASSA and should be ignored or deleted. Job seekers are urged to check official SASSA vacancy channels before applying.
SASSA’s Older Persons Grant now pays R 2400 per month to qualifying beneficiaries aged 60 to 74. Beneficiaries older than 75 receive R 2420 per month from April 2026. Applicants must pass the income and asset means test before the grant can be approved.
SASSA has explained how the means test is used to assess social grant applications. The test checks income and assets, including a spouse’s financial position, where the applicant is married. The Foster Child Grant is the only social grant not subject to the means test.
