SASSA Special “350 Covid-19 Grant” Extension : South African Social Security Agency

Organization Name : SASSA South African Social Security Agency
Facility Name : Special “350 Covid-19 Grant” Extension
Applicable For : Individuals who are currently unemployed
Website : https://www.sassa.gov.za/

SASSA Special 350 Covid-19 Grant Extension

SPECIAL “350 COVID-19 GRANT” EXTENSION – There is no need to re-apply nor re-appeal

Related / Similar Service : SASSA Increase in Social Grants April 2021

President Cyril Ramaphosa extended the Special 350 COVID-19 Grant, by a further three months. SASSA has processed in excess of 9,6 million applications each month from May 2020 to January 2021 and has paid more than 6,5 million grants per month. The total amount spent on this grant to date has exceeded R16 billion.

Instructions

The following should be noted about this grant
** There is no need to go to a SASSA office; all SRD processes are done online. Any amendments on your application can be made at https://srd.sassa.gov.za/

** Those persons already who have received this grant and are in the system, need not re-apply
** All clients who have been paid through the post office should get bank accounts, and upload those details on the system

** Every application will be validated monthly as it has been the case, and if approved will be paid. All applications will be considered monthly, as it has been the case

** Clients whose applications for the Special 350 Covid-19 SRD Grant were declined, can lodge an appeal for review on the SASSA COVID-19 portal: https://srd.sassa.gov.za/ Declined applicants who already lodged appeals need not re-apply nor re-appeal.

SASSA reassures all citizens who had their Special COVID Grant of 350 approved but not yet paid by end January will still be paid through the existing payment channels, namely the South African Post Office, direct deposits into bank accounts or money transfers to cell phones, as requested by the approved applicants.

FAQ On SASSA Covid-19 Grant

1. How are payments for this grant going to be done?
Payment shall be done through direct deposit into your own Bank Account or Through cash transfer option which goes to the cell phone and can be cashed at the bank ATM of your choice.

Applicants who do not have a bank account will be able to select a bank of their choice between the following 4 banks to receive a cash transfer payment
*ABSA
*FNB
*NEDBANK
*STANDARD BANK

Where no choice is made as to how to receive the payment, SASSA will send the payment through the Post Office. All asylum seekers and special permit holders will be paid through the post office, where a personal appearance, with the revant documents will be required to prove identity before payment is affected.

2. Can one use another person’s cell phone number to make an application?
Yes, applications will mainly be processed on the Identity number of the applicant. The cell phone number provided will be the one to which messages are sent for that applicant. The cellphone number to receive money must have been registered in the names of the applicant.

Contact

For Interview requests:
** Omphemetse Molopyane – 061 473 2984
** Paseka Letsatsi (Spokesperson) | 082 883 9969

Benefits of SASSA 350 Covid-19 Grant

The R350 Covid-19 grant was introduced by the South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) to provide relief to unemployed South Africans who were adversely affected by the Covid-19 pandemic. Some of the benefits of the grant include:

Financial Relief:
The grant provided a much-needed financial lifeline to many unemployed South Africans who were struggling to make ends meet due to the economic impact of the pandemic.

Reduced Poverty:
The grant helped to reduce poverty levels in the country, as many individuals and families were able to access some form of financial assistance.

Improved Access To Basic Needs:
The grant enabled many beneficiaries to access basic necessities such as food, shelter, and clothing.