SRD Grant in South Africa

Summary:

The SRD grant is a social assistance programme that provides temporary relief to individuals or households who are in distress due to various reasons, such as unemployment, disability, illness, or natural disasters. The SRD grant is administered by the South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) and pays out R350 per month to eligible beneficiaries. The SRD grant was introduced in 2020 as a response to the COVID-19 pandemic and has been extended until March 2024.

Sponsor:

The SRD grant is sponsored by the South African government, with the support of the National Treasury and the Department of Social Development.

Eligibility:

The SRD grant is open to South African citizens, permanent residents, or refugees who are 18 years or older and meet the following criteria:

• They are unemployed and do not receive any income or social grant
• They are not receiving any financial support from the Unemployment Insurance Fund or the National Student Financial Aid Scheme
• They are not residing in a government-funded institution
• They are not receiving any other form of humanitarian assistance

Benefits:

The SRD grant offers the following benefits to the selected beneficiaries:

• A monthly payment of R350 to help them meet their basic needs
• A bank account or a mobile wallet to receive the payment
• A SASSA card to access the payment
• A chance to apply for other social grants or services if they become eligible

Deadline:

March 31, 2024

For more information and applying process, visit: SASSA