Overview
- This week SASSA confirmed the new November dates after consulting stakeholders, with Older Persons Grants paid on 30 October, Disability Grants on 2 November, Children’s Grants on 3 November and a deferred payment for cleared reviews on 5 November.
- SASSA said grant amounts are unchanged — Older Persons Grants remain R2,400 for 60–74 and R2,420 for 75 and over — but the earlier payday creates a longer gap for pensioners between November disbursements.
- The agency warned beneficiaries to use official SASSA channels and its toll‑free line (0800 601 011) because older or false schedules are circulating online and could cause confusion.
- Reporters and SASSA say the change aims to protect orderly, secure payments during the election public holiday, but advocates warn many pensioners may face budgeting strain or hardship from the extended interval.
- SASSA continues means and asset reviews and eLife biometric checks to curb improper payments, the Auditor‑General has cited illegal draws by some officials, and the Finance Minister’s 21 October policy speech could affect future grant levels.