November SASSA payments start this Friday

NewsSportLifestyleEntertainmentOpinionNewsNovember SASSA payments start this FridayXolile Mtembu|Published 21 minutes agoCopy to ClipboardAsk AIEARLY BIRDS: Mense can get their SASSA geld from Friday

SASSA grant recipients will get their geld paid out from Friday, 30 October 2026, thanks to the agency’s preparations for the Local Government Elections.

With millions of South Africans going to the polls to elect provincial and municipal leadership on Wednesday, 4 November, SASSA decided to move its payment dates forward to avoid disruptions.

The revised payment dates were strategically selected to ensure that older persons, disability, and children’s grant beneficiaries receive their funds in a timely manner.

SASSA confirmed in a recent statement that the changes follow consultations with various stakeholders and are backed by approval from the National Treasury.

Under the updated timeline, older persons will receive their grants on Friday, October 30, giving them an essential buffer before the elections.

Disability grant beneficiaries will follow with payments on Monday, November 2, while children’s grants are scheduled for disbursement on Tuesday, November 3. Beneficiaries whose grants are currently under review have a separate payment date set for Thursday, November 5.

SASSA said: “The agency remains committed to ensuring that eligible beneficiaries receive their grants in an orderly and reliable manner.”

The agency is also urging beneficiaries whose grants are under review to respond promptly to official communications and attend any necessary review appointments as requested.

SASSA has also cautioned beneficiaries against visiting its offices unless necessary, noting that it will process payments according to this revised schedule.