The South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) has officially released the social grant payment dates for May 2025, giving beneficiaries ample time to plan ahead for the upcoming month.
The payment schedule, which is crucial for millions of South Africans, is set to streamline the disbursement process and prevent unnecessary delays.
May 2025 Payment Dates
The payment dates for social grants in May 2025 have been confirmed as follows:
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Older Persons’ Grant: Tuesday, May 6, 2025
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Disability Grant: Wednesday, May 7, 2025
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Children’s Grant: Thursday, May 8, 2025
These dates apply to all other related grants, ensuring that beneficiaries can expect their funds to be deposited into their accounts within these timeframes. Beneficiaries are encouraged to plan accordingly to avoid unnecessary stress or confusion.
Payment Schedule for the 2025/2026 Financial Year
SASSA has also outlined the payment schedule for the upcoming 2025/2026 financial year. Payments will continue to be made over three consecutive days each month, starting with the older persons’ grants and concluding with the children’s grants. This structured payment system is designed to ensure a smooth and organized process for beneficiaries.
Important Reminders for Beneficiaries
While the payment dates are clear, there are some important reminders for SASSA beneficiaries to keep in mind:
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Switch to the Postbank Black Card: Beneficiaries still using the gold SASSA card are urged to switch to the new Postbank black card before May 31, 2025. After this date, the gold SASSA cards will be blocked, and beneficiaries will no longer be able to use them for transactions.
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Be Aware of Scams: SASSA has issued a strong warning against fraud and scams targeting beneficiaries. Fraudulent individuals may impersonate SASSA officials or make false promises regarding grants. Beneficiaries are reminded to never share their PINs, banking details, or personal information over the phone. Any suspicious calls or messages should be reported immediately to SASSA.
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Check Payment Status: Beneficiaries can easily check the status of their payments via various platforms. SASSA’s official website, the Moya App (which operates without data charges), USSD code, and WhatsApp are all available for beneficiaries to confirm their payment details.
Ensuring Smooth Payments
The structured payment schedule, along with proactive measures like the switch to the Postbank black card, aims to improve the efficiency and security of grant disbursements. Beneficiaries are also reminded that funds will remain in their accounts after deposits, reducing the urgency to withdraw on the first day.
See Also: SASSA Confirms Payment Delays for May 2025
Stay Informed
For the most up-to-date information on payment dates and other important announcements, beneficiaries are encouraged to visit the official SASSA website at www.sassa.gov.za or contact the SASSA toll-free helpline at 0800 60 10 11.
This initiative is part of SASSA’s ongoing commitment to improving service delivery and ensuring that millions of South Africans receive their grants without unnecessary delays.
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