R370 Grant Increase Coming This Week: New Payment Amount for 2025: Check Full News

SRD R370 Grant Increase and New Payment Amount for 2025: Find More Details: The South African government offers financial support to Africans with various grants to help them manage their expenses with the rising cost of living. The SRD Grant will increase by R20 from R350 to R370 monthly, effective 1 April 2024. The SASSA has confirmed the Jan 2025 SRD grant payment date. In this article, we will discuss this in detail.

SRD R370 Grant Increase

The SRD grant has been increased by R20 raising the total amount from R350 to R370. While this is a small change the government has allocated extra funds to continue paying this grant for another year. SASSA SRD R370 Grant is a lifeline for millions of South Africans facing financial hardship. By understanding the eligibility requirements, application process, and payment collection methods, you can ensure you receive the support you need.

SRD grant was introduced in 2020 to support unemployed South Africans during the pandemic and increased from R350 to R370 in April 2024. The earlier amount of Social Relief Distress was R350 and in 2025, SASSA increased the monthly benefit of the unemployed people by R20. Now the amount under the SRD Grant is R370.

SRD R370 Grant New Payment Amount

SASSA R350 payments increased to R370 from April 2024. This adjustment remains for SRD Grant payments through 2025, providing beneficiaries with an additional r20 bonus. The increase has been confirmed for all recipients of the SASSA SRD Grant under the Social Relief of Distress program, Ensuring they now get SASSA R370 funds instead of the previous R350 amount.

SRD R370 Grant New Payment date for 2025

The SRD R370 Grant will be disbursed each month in 2025 by SASSA. For your convenience, we have prepared a detailed breakdown of the payment dates for each month of 2025.

January 2025

  • Payment date: January 25 to 30, 2025
  • The first payment this year will start on January 25 and will go out until January 30. Please check SASSA`s official channel to confirm your payment method.

February 2025

  • Payment date: February 25 to 28, 2025
  • theĀ  SRD grant payment in February will be made between February 25 and 28. If you do not get payment by the end of February, please contact SASSA.

March 2025

  • Payment date: March 25 to 30, 2025
  • The payment in March will be made between March 25 to 30. The payment date for this month is the same as the previous month, so beneficiaries should monitor their account.

April 2025

  • Payment date: April 25 to 30, 2025
  • The payment in April will be made between April 25 and 30. Beneficiaries should monitor the status of their payment.

May 2025

  • Payment date: May 25 to 30, 2025
  • The payments in May will be from May 25 to 30. Please check your account during this period.

June 2025

  • Payment date: June 25 to 30, 2025
  • Payment in June will be from June 25-30. Beneficiaries should be sure to get payments during these dates.

July 2025

  • Payment date: July 25 to 30, 2025
  • The SRD R370 grant for July will be paid between July 25 and 30.

August 2025

  • Payment date: August 25 to 30, 2025
  • Payment in August will be from August will be from August 25 to 30. Please check your payment method and get the latest information

September 2025

  • Payment date: September 25 to 30, 2025
  • SRD Grant payments in September will be made between the 25th and 30th.

October 2025

  • Payment date: October 25 to 30, 2025
  • Payment in October will be made between October 25 -30. Keep your contact details up to date.

November 2025

  • Payment date: November 25 to 30, 2025
  • SRD Grant payment in November will be made between November 25 and 30.

December 2025

  • Payment date: December 25 to 30, 2025
  • The final payment for December will be made between December 25 to 30. Be cautious about payments during the holiday season.

SASSA SRD R370 Eligibility Requirements

People living in South Africa who meet the following eligibility conditions andĀ  applied for the SRD Grant can receive the payment:

  • You can be a South African Citizen or South African permanent resident, a refugee, a holder of a special permit, or an asylum seeker.
  • The age criteria for an SRD Grant is between 18 and 59 years old.
  • You have no source of income or assistance, are jobless, or Have lost your work recently.
  • You are not eligible for other SASSA Grants, such as the Shield Support Grant.
  • Additionally. your bank balance should not exceed R624 as this is for those without financial support.

How to apply for the SASSA SRD R370 Payment

1. Online Application

  • Visit the SASSA SRD website.
  • Click on Apply online
  • Verify your mobile number using a One-Time PIN (OTP).
  • Complete the personal information including your ID number and bank details.

2. Whatsapp Application

  • Sending a message to 082 046 8553
  • Following the prompt to provide your details.

3. USSD Code Application

  • Dial 1347737# on your phone and follow the instructions.

What can you do If you don’t receive the SRD R370 Payment in the scheduled week?

If you did not receive the payment in the scheduled week, first need to take the following actions to ensure that there is no error from your side:

  • You must check the bank account you have input in your SRD Application is valid and active;
  • you have not entered invalid information in the SRD application or missed any notice from the SASSA.
  • you still meet the eligibility for the SASSA SRD grants or your application for the SRD is rejected.
  • You can contact the SASSA through the helpline number- 0800 60 1011 during working days or you can visit SASSA offices nearest to you

Conclusion

The SASSA SRD R370 Grant is vital financial support for South African citizens who are experiencing hardship. By knowing the payment dates for 2025, beneficiaries can plan and ensure they receive their grants on time. For many, it serves as a lifeline to cover necessities such as food, transport, and healthcare.

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