In his State of the Nation Address (SONA) on February 6, 2025, President Cyril Ramaphosa announced that the SASSA SRD R370 Grant will continue and be improved. This is great news for the 10 million South Africans who depend on this grant to survive.
What is the SASSA SRD R370 Grant?
The Social Relief of Distress (SRD) Grant started in May 2020 to help people who had no jobs or income, especially during COVID-19. It was supposed to be temporary, but because many South Africans still need financial help, the government has kept it going.
What Did the President Say?
Before the SONA speech, there was fear that the SRD grant would end in March 2025, as the rules currently say. However, President Ramaphosa has now confirmed that the grant will not stop. Instead, it will continue and even be improved.
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- SASSA Status Check For SRD Grant March 2025
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- SRD Grant Under Review: Key Issues Discussed in Parliament Today
- SASSA Strengthens Cybersecurity to Protect SRD Grant Beneficiaries from Scams and Fraud
- SASSA SRD Grant: Appeals Process to Be Improved for Fairer Consideration
- SASSA SRD Grant: DSD Seeks to Simplify Application Process for Better Accessibility
- SASSA Launches Public Awareness Campaign to Combat SRD Grant Scams
- SASSA SRD R370 Grant: Government Seeks Sustainable Funding Solutions
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What Does This Mean for You?
- If you already receive the R370 grant, you can expect it to continue beyond March 2025.
- The government also plans to make the grant better, though we don’t know yet what changes will be made.
- There is no need to worry about the grant stopping anytime soon.
What Happens Next?
We will get more details on February 19, 2025, when Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana gives his Budget Speech. He will explain exactly how the SRD grant will continue and what improvements will be made.
Final Thoughts
The SASSA SRD R370 Grant has been a lifeline for many unemployed and struggling South Africans. The government has now promised that it will not end in March 2025. This gives hope to millions who rely on this grant to afford their basic needs. Stay tuned for the Budget Speech on February 19 to learn more about what’s coming next!
