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Are you trying to update your cellphone number for the SASSA Social Relief of Distress (SRD) grant but keep getting an “invalid” message? Don’t worry, this is a common issue with some simple DIY solutions to fix it. This step-by-step expert guide will walk you through why you might be seeing this error message and…
The GovChat App is a mobile application that was created to make it easier for South Africans to access government services. It was developed by a company called GovChat, which works together with the government of South Africa. The founder of GovChat is Eldrid Jordaan, whose father, Paul M. Jordaan, was a former political activist…
The South African government is lending a hand to people struggling with money problems. They have increased the Social Relief of Distress (SRD) Grant from R350 to R370 per month, starting from April 2024. This extra cash can help you buy food, pay rent, and cover other important costs. SASSA SRD R370 Payment Dates for…
Do We Need to Reapply for the R370 SASSA Grant? If you are like most people, you must be thinking about it, well the good news is; The South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) recently increased the Social Relief of Distress (SRD) grant from R350 to R370. This change has caused confusion among many beneficiaries,…
The South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) has introduced a new facial recognition system to help fight fraud and ensure that social grants reach the right people. This new software will be used to verify the identities of applicants whose cases have been “referred” due to suspected irregularities. SASSA is responsible for providing various social…
As we grow older, it can become harder to stay independent and care for ourselves properly. If you’re a senior citizen receiving the SASSA Old Age Grant but have no family around to help, don’t stress! The South African government has your back through old age homes run by the Department of Social Development (DSD)….
Are you puzzled by the “Self Exclusionary Response Found” status on your SASSA application? Don’t worry, I’ll explain what it means and how to fix it. What is the “Self Exclusionary Response Found” Status? The “Self Exclusionary Response Found” status simply means that based on the information you provided in your SASSA application, the system…
The care dependency grant from the South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) provides financial assistance to caregivers of children with severe disabilities requiring full-time care. As an approved care dependency grant holder, being able to check your grant status online is important to track your application progress and stay updated on upcoming payments. This article…
The SASSA Grant-In-Aid is a social grant provided by the South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) to give financial assistance to people with disabilities who require full-time care at home. This article provides a comprehensive guide on everything you need to know about the SASSA Grant-In-Aid in 2025 from eligibility criteria, required documents, and step-by-step…
Applying for South Africa’s Special COVID-19 Social Relief of Distress (SRD) Grant in 2024 and received an “Identity Verification Failed” error? This common notification indicates your application did not pass the Department of Social Development’s validation checks for the R370 monthly payment and your Application has been rejected. However, if you are unsure you can…