SASSA announces COVID-19 SRD grant payment dates for April 2026
The South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) has announced the payment dates for the COVID-19 Social Relief of Distress (SRD) grant for April 2026. Beneficiaries will receive their payments on 23–24 April and 29–30 April, providing two separate windows for accessing funds. This grant aims to support financially vulnerable individuals during economic hardship.
The SRD grant of R370 is targeted at individuals who meet specific eligibility criteria, including South African citizens, permanent residents, refugees, and asylum seekers with valid documentation. This initiative continues to provide temporary relief to millions of unemployed South Africans who do not receive other forms of government support.
Eligibility
To qualify for the COVID-19 SRD grant, applicants must:
- Be South African citizens, permanent residents, refugees, or asylum seekers with valid documentation.
- Be aged between 18 and 59 years.
- Reside within the borders of South Africa.
- Not be a resident in a government-funded or subsidised institution.
- Not unreasonably refuse to accept employment or educational opportunities.
Deadline: Ongoing
Benefits
The grant provides R370 to eligible beneficiaries.
