The South African Social Security Agency (Sassa) has adjusted the payment dates for November 2026 social grants in light of the forthcoming local government elections. See the dates below.
Sassa has announced that older persons will receive their grants on Friday 30 October, while disability grants will be paid on Monday 2 November. Child support grants follow on Tuesday 3 November. Beneficiaries whose grants are under review must note the special payment date on Thursday 5 November. Sassa reminds these beneficiaries to respond to official notices and to keep review appointments when requested.
The agency appeals to beneficiaries not to visit Sassa offices unnecessarily and to use official communication channels to confirm payment information. The public is also warned to be cautious of misinformation about social grants.
According to Sassa, the new dates were set following consultations with various stakeholders and approved by the National Treasury. The adjustment is aimed at ensuring that payments are processed safely with minimal disruption during the election period.
| Grant | Payment date |
|---|---|
| Older persons grant | Friday 30 October 2026 |
| Disability grant | Monday 2 November 2026 |
| Child support grants | Tuesday 3 November 2026 |
| Grants under review | Thursday 5 November 2026 |
This article is an automatic English translation of a Nuusflits article originally published in Afrikaans. Read the Afrikaans original.
