Are we getting R700 SRD grant? 2023-2024
Are we getting R700 SRD grant? 2023-2024
Some general information about the grant and the possibility of an increase in the grant amount.
- The COVID-19 SRD grant was introduced by the South African government in 2020 as a way to provide financial assistance to individuals who have been adversely affected by the COVID-19 pandemic. The grant was initially set at R350 per month and was meant to be a temporary measure.
- In May 2021, the government announced that it would be extending the SRD grant until March 2022 and increasing the amount to R350 per month. However, there have been calls from various groups and individuals for the government to double the grant to R700 per month, arguing that R350 is not enough to cover basic living expenses.
- At the time of writing (September 2021), there have been no official announcements from the government stating that the grant will be increased to R700 per month. It's unclear at this time whether the government will respond to these calls.
- It's important to note that the COVID-19 SRD grant is targeted at individuals who are unemployed and do not receive any other form of financial assistance. To qualify for the grant, applicants must be South African citizens or permanent residents, over the age of 18, and not be receiving any other income or social grant.
- Applicants must also apply for the grant and provide the necessary documentation to prove their eligibility. The application process can be done online or in person at a SASSA office.
In conclusion, while there have been calls to increase the COVID-19 SRD grant to R700 per month, at this time, the grant amount remains at R350 per month. The grant is targeted at unemployed individuals who do not receive any other form of financial assistance, and the application process requires applicants to provide documentation to prove their eligibility. It's always best to check with official government sources for the most up-to-date information on the SRD grant and other forms of financial assistance available.
SOCIAL GRANTS
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Care Dependency Grant
Child Support Grant
Disability Grant
Foster Child Grant
Grant-In-Aid
Older Persons Grant
Social Relief of Distress
War Veterans Grant
Visit the SRD website at
- Email: srd@sassa.gov.za
- USSD: *134*7737#
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