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Are you unsure how to use the internet, and does the R350 application process seem complex on the website? Don’t worry! You can also apply for the R350 grant on WhatsApp, which is easier than applying on the website or visiting a SASSA office. Today, I will discuss the complete method to apply for the R350 grant through WhatsApp and what to do if WhatsApp is not working. So, let’s read this article till the…

SASSA usually does not pay very high amounts to recipients in grant payments. Therefore, it is a big challenge for them to raise their family on these small payments. I will explain the amount you receive in different SASSA grants, a complete guide to making a household budget for the SASSA grant, and tips to survive on this grant money. So, read through the blog to learn how to survive a month with a SASSA…

SASSA will start the grant payments for September 2024 on Tuesday, September 03, 2024. I will share the complete payment schedule for the September SASSA grants, such as Old Age grants, Disability grants, Child Support, Foster, War Veteran, and R370 grants, in this article. Moreover, I will explain the payment methods and tips to avoid grant scams. Let’s read it thoroughly. Complete Schedule of SASSA Payment Dates For September 2024 SASSA has announced a payment…

Receiving grant money in your bank account is the most common way to receive SASSA payments. However, you may need to update your banking details on the SASSA website to receive your grant. There can be multiple reasons to change banking details. But, how to update details is the most crucial question. Therefore, I will explain the complete process for updating your bank details for the R370 grant. Moreover, I will share tips to make…

There can be multiple reasons for the SASSA website outage that can impact access to the necessary information about social grants. However, you can use alternative ways such as the SASSA helpline, SMS, WhatsApp service, and other ways to check the social grant status. I will explain all the possible ways to check the SASSA grant information, the measures at your end, and other associated details. So, go through the blog for an in-depth overview….

The SASSA periodically reviews your grant status depending on which grant you are receiving. As per standard practice, you will receive a 90-day advance written notification for grant review. Upon following all the instructions of notification, SASSA will restore, cancel, or adjust your grant payment as a final decision of review. I will explain the grant review process and associated requirements in this article. So, let’s go through it. What is the Purpose of the…

The grant recipients who have recently changed their SASSA registered phone number or have faced any fraudulent activity while receiving their grants have to do the SASSA biometric verification process. For this purpose, you will visit the SASSA verification centers with your ID after receiving the notification. Moreover, it can also held through an SMS link. Let’s read the guide to understand the complete process. What is the Meaning of Biometric Verification? The process of…

SASSA has announced the grant payment schedule for August 2024. The grant disbursements will start on Friday, August 02, 2024. In this article, I will list the payment dates for all the SASSA grants including Old Age, Disability, Child Support, Care dependency, Foster dependency, War Veterans, and SRD R370 grant. Moreover, I will also guide you on how to receive your grant. So, let’s proceed to the payment dates. Detailed Overview of SASSA Payment Dates…

If you prefer to receive your SASSA SRD R370 (previously R350) grant payment via SPAR, you can switch it easily with just a few steps. In this article, I will guide you step-by-step through how you can change your SRD payment method to SPAR. Moreover, I will also explain how you can collect your grant money at the SPAR store. Points To Consider Before Switching To SPAR So, before you move towards changing your SASSA…

In today’s fast-changing world, the cost of raising a child also increases daily. You may be under financial pressure and seeking assistance to raise your kids. The SASSA Child Support Grant can be helpful for you if you are qualifying for it. In this article, I will guide who qualifies for the SASSA Child grant by describing the grant qualification criteria. Moreover, I will also explain the grant qualification criteria for foster child grant. What…