Is SRD grant still available in 2025?
While an extension beyond March 2025 hasn’t been officially announced, provisional funding of R35.2 billion for 2025/26 suggests that further extensions could be on review. Re-evaluation of social security policy reforms and funding strategy is still underway to determine future of SRD grant.
The focus of government is on job creation like UBI grant, which has committed R3.4 billion to employment initiatives in 2025 financial year. This marks a change from direct money for jobs transfers to long-term opportunities and less dependency on social schemes. Therefore, to see most up-to-date information, it is advisable to consult official government sources.
Governtment sets to enhance R370 delivery
All of these have brought about improved government effort for ensuring that SRD must accessed by correct target population:
- The digitalization of operations at SASSA will include successful application process to avoid fraud and quickened processing of authentication.
- Organizations which will help in identifying those groups that are targetted as potential risks.
- Encourage launch of mobile wallets and nurture collaborative distribution of funds with banks.
Monthly Payments: The SRD grant amount remains at R370 per month.
Q: Can I need to apply again for SRD grant?
A: No, payments for qualifying recipients are processed automatically.
Q: What happens after March 2025?
A: No extensions have yet been confirmed but funding provisionally suggests that extensions may be possible.
Q: How do I keep myself touch with updates?
A: You will have to visit official website or make inquiries with SASSA for most current information.