Good news for Sassa beneficiaries!
The South African Social Security Agency (Sassa) has announced the grant payment dates for September 2026.
Sassa Grant Payment Dates for September 2026
Over 18 million South Africans rely on Sassa grants to avoid extreme poverty.
These grants include:
- Older Person’s pension grant
- Disability grant
- War Veterans grant
- Care Dependency Grant
- Foster Child Grant
- Child Support Grant
- Child Support Grant Top-Up
- Grant-in-aid
2026 September Payment Dates
Mark your calendars! Here are the payment dates:
- 3 September 2026: Older Persons Grant
- 4 September 2026: Disability Grants
- 5 September 2026: Children’s Grants
Take Note
- No payments on public holidays or weekends
- If the second day of the month falls on a weekend or public holiday, payment will be made on the next weekday
- Grants will be paid on consecutive days, with no extended delays
- No rush to withdraw cash on the first day; the money will remain in your account until needed
Remember, beneficiaries are not forced to collect their money on the first day. Take your time, and withdraw when needed.