SASSA Confirms that there is no need to reapply for SRD Grant if your application is approved. South African Social Security Agency will continue to distribute the Social Relief of Distress Grant to eligible beneficiaries.
Through a quality of social grants, SASSA provides crucial financial assistance to the elderly, disabled, children, and other groups facing significant life challenges.
SASSA Confirms: No need to reapply for SRD Grant if Approved
The government of South Africa officially introduced a special COVID-19 Social Relief Distress (SRD) grant of R350, in May 2020. This was the first large scale digitally implemented social security measure, for an initial period of six months. Due to increased unemployment rate, the government has extended the grant period to March 2025.
Many South African people between the age of 18-59 rely on the SRD R350 Grant which is now increased to R370 starting from April 2024. If your application is approved and have been able to withdraw, you are not required to submit a reapplication.
Social grant payments are disbursed by the South African Social Security Agency and are paid to roughly 28 million beneficiaries in the country.
YOU MAY ALSO CHECK:
- New Amount of the SRD Grant
- R350 Sassa Grant Applications
- SASSA Appeal for the SRD R350 Grant
- Sassa Payment Dates For the Year 2024
If you are unemployed and don’t have any source of income, you may consider applying for a financial aid offered by the South African government. This grant exist for individuals who are facing tough times and need support to cover their basic needs. The good part about this grant is that you don’t have to visit SASSA offices to apply, you can easily submit applications online at your comfort zone.
Here’s how to apply for the Social Relief of Distress, also known as SRD Grant:
- Visit the SASSA SRD Website
- Scroll down and select ”click here to apply online”.
- Provide required information such as full names, address and contact details.
Good luck with your applications.
