SASSA Grant Amounts to Increase in October 2025

Are you a SASSA beneficiary wondering how much more you’ll receive from October 2025? Many South Africans rely on these grants, and every increase matters.

This article explains the official grant adjustments, payment dates, and what beneficiaries need to know about the upcoming October 2025 increase.

Why are SASSA grants increasing in October 2025?

The South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) confirmed that all main social grants will increase from October 2025. This follows the 2025/26 Budget Speech delivered by Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana, where he announced two annual adjustments:

A larger increase in April 2025.
A smaller top-up increase in October 2025.

The October adjustment is meant to ease rising living costs while staying within government’s fiscal budget.

Which SASSA Grants are increasing in October 2025?

From 01 October 2025, the following grants will each rise by R10 According Official SASSA Account on (X):

Old Age Grant (60–74 years): from R2,310 to R2,320.
Old Age Grant (75 years and older): from R2,330 to R2,340.
War Veterans Grant: from R2,330 to R2,340.
Disability Grant: from R2,310 to R2,320.
Care Dependency Grant: from R2,310 to R2,320.

The Child Support Grant and Foster Care Grant remain unchanged in October. Their last increases were in April 2025.

Comparison: April 2025 vs October 2025 increases

To better understand how October’s adjustment fits into the year’s changes, here’s a comparison between the two rounds of increases:

Grant Type	Oct 2024 Amount	April 2025 Amount	Oct 2025 Amount	Total 2025 Increase
Old Age (60–74)	R2,190	R2,310	R2,320	R130
Old Age (75+)	R2,210	R2,330	R2,340	R130
Disability	R2,190	R2,310	R2,320	R130
Care Dependency	R2,190	R2,310	R2,320	R130
War Veterans	R2,210	R2,330	R2,340	R130
Child Support	R530	R560	R560	R30
Foster Care	R1,180	R1,250	R1,250	R70

This shows that while October’s increase is small, beneficiaries have already seen a significant rise earlier in the year.

What is the Purpose of the October increase?

According to SASSA CEO Themba Matlou, the October increase is a safety net to protect the most vulnerable against inflation and economic pressures. Even though the adjustment is modest, it shows government’s continued commitment to supporting low-income households.

The increase also ensures that beneficiaries experience two increments per year, spreading relief across different financial quarters.

Official October 2025 SASSA payment dates

SASSA confirmed that all payments will be processed without delays. The official payment schedule is:

Old Age Grant: 02 October 2025
Disability Grant: 03 October 2025
Children’s Grants (including Child Support and Foster Care): 06 October 2025

Payments will follow the same process as previous months: direct bank deposits, collection at Postbank branches, retailers, and approved cash pay points.

Why Child Support and Foster Care grants remain unchanged in October?

While the Child Support Grant and Foster Care Grant do not rise in October, they both received increases in April 2025:

Child Support rose from R530 to R560.
Foster Care rose from R1,180 to R1,250.

Government has chosen to stagger adjustments, focusing October’s increase only on older and disability-related grants. This strategy balances budgetary limits with targeted support.

How many people benefit from the October increase?

As of 2025, SASSA supports more than 18 million South Africans through various grants. The largest groups affected by the October increase include:

Older persons (over 3.8 million beneficiaries).
Disability beneficiaries (around 1 million).
Care dependency beneficiaries (over 150,000).

These numbers show the critical role social grants play in reducing poverty and ensuring basic needs are met.

Impact of the October 2025 increase on households

Even a small increase of R10 can help cover daily essentials such as:

Bread, maize meal, or cooking oil.
Taxi fare for clinic visits.
Airtime or data for communication.

For multi-grant households, these increases combine to provide slightly more relief against rising costs of living.

How to Check your updated SASSA payment?

Beneficiaries can confirm their October 2025 amounts by:

Visiting the official SASSA website.
Using the SASSA status check service.
Calling the toll-free helpline: 0800 60 10 11.
Visiting the nearest SASSA office for in-person assistance.

What Beneficiaries Should do if Payment Issues Arise?

If you do not receive your October payment on time:

Confirm your grant status via the official channels.
Check with your bank if you use direct deposit.
Report issues immediately to the SASSA helpline or local office.
Avoid sharing personal details with unofficial sites or individuals.

Government’s Broader Commitment to Social Protection

The October increase is part of a wider social protection strategy that includes:

Adjusting grants annually in line with inflation.
Expanding coverage to vulnerable groups.
Strengthening payment systems to ensure reliability.

This demonstrates government’s aim to reduce inequality and safeguard households from extreme poverty.

Final takeaways for beneficiaries

October 2025 brings a R10 increase to Old Age, War Veterans, Disability, and Care Dependency grants.
Payment dates begin from 02 October 2025.
Child Support and Foster Care remain unchanged since their April increase.
Beneficiaries can confirm new amounts through SASSA’s official channels.
The increase is part of ongoing government measures to protect vulnerable South Africans.

Conclusion

The October 2025 SASSA increase may be modest, but it reaffirms government’s commitment to social protection. With millions depending on these grants, even small adjustments provide meaningful relief. Beneficiaries are encouraged to check payment dates, confirm amounts, and use official channels to stay informed.