SASSA beneficiaries in South Africa are receiving updated social grant amounts during August 2026 following the increases introduced for the 2026/27 financial year. The new amounts apply to several major grants, including the Older Persons Grant, Disability Grant, Care Dependency Grant, Foster Child Grant and Child Support Grant.
The increases officially took effect from April 2026, meaning beneficiaries will continue receiving the higher amounts during August 2026. According to South Africa’s Department of Social Development, the Older Persons Grant, Disability Grant and Care Dependency Grant increased to R2,400, while the War Veterans Grant increased to R2,420.
SASSA Grant Amounts for August 2026
The updated monthly grant amounts for August 2026 are:
| Grant | August 2026 Amount |
|---|---|
| Older Persons Grant (60–74) | R2,400 |
| Older Persons Grant (75+) | R2,420 |
| War Veterans Grant | R2,420 |
| Disability Grant | R2,400 |
| Care Dependency Grant | R2,400 |
| Foster Child Grant | R1,290 |
| Child Support Grant | R580 |
| Grant-in-Aid | R580 |
| SRD Grant | R370 |
The National Treasury’s 2026 Budget Review confirms the new grant values for the 2026/27 financial year.
SASSA August 2026 Payment Dates
SASSA has also confirmed the payment schedule for August 2026. Older Persons Grants are scheduled to be paid first, followed by Disability Grants and Children’s Grants.
- Older Persons Grant: 4 August 2026
- Disability Grant: 5 August 2026
- Children’s Grants: 6 August 2026
- Beneficiaries under review: 7 August 2026
The Department of Social Development has confirmed these dates in its 2026/27 payment calendar.
Beneficiaries whose grants have been flagged for review may receive their payment on the additional fourth payment day rather than during the normal three-day payment cycle. SASSA has advised affected beneficiaries to complete the required review process to avoid future payment disruptions.
Is the SASSA SRD Grant Increasing in August 2026?
The SRD Grant remains R370 per month. There has been no increase to the SRD grant for August 2026.
This is important because social media posts and some online reports may incorrectly suggest that the SRD payment has increased. The 2026 Budget arrangements keep the SRD grant at R370 through the current period.
Why Did SASSA Grants Increase?
The increases form part of the government’s social assistance adjustments for the 2026/27 financial year. The higher amounts are intended to provide additional support to eligible beneficiaries as living costs continue to affect households across South Africa.
The largest increases apply to the Older Persons, Disability and Care Dependency Grants, which now stand at R2,400 per month. Beneficiaries aged 75 and older and qualifying War Veterans receive R2,420 per month.
What Beneficiaries Should Know
Beneficiaries do not need to submit a new application simply because the grant amount has increased. Eligible recipients should receive the applicable amount according to their grant type.
SASSA also reminds beneficiaries that they do not necessarily need to withdraw their money on the exact payment date. If the grant has been deposited into the beneficiary’s account, the funds can generally remain available until they are withdrawn.
Beneficiaries who experience a delayed payment should first check whether their grant has been placed under review. SASSA has introduced an additional payment day for certain beneficiaries undergoing reviews or eLife Certification.
Final Update
The SASSA August 2026 grant payments reflect the increases introduced from April 2026. Older Persons, Disability and Care Dependency Grant beneficiaries can receive up to R2,400, while beneficiaries aged 75 and above and qualifying War Veterans can receive R2,420.
At the same time, the Child Support Grant is R580, the Foster Child Grant is R1,290, and the SRD Grant remains R370.
Beneficiaries should rely on official SASSA and Department of Social Development announcements when checking payment dates, grant amounts or review requirements, as misleading information about grant increases and payment dates can circulate online.