SASSA reviews November grant payment dates ahead of local government elections
The South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) is reviewing its November social grant payment schedule because the November 4 local government elections coincide with the current payment cycle.
The South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) is reconsidering the payment dates for November social grants due to the upcoming local government elections scheduled for November 4. Beneficiaries have been advised not to be alarmed, with SASSA confirming that all eligible recipients will receive their grants. In March 2026, SASSA initially outlined the payment schedule for the 2026-27 financial year, which had Older Persons Grant payments on November 3, Disability Grant payments on November 4, and Children's Grant payments on November 5.
However, following the announcement of the local government elections in May 2026 by President Cyril Ramaphosa, the November payment schedule is now under review. SASSA, in consultation with relevant stakeholders, will disclose the revised arrangement soon. The agency reaffirms its commitment to disbursing social grants to eligible beneficiaries.
Additionally, South Africa will observe an extra public holiday on November 4 in alignment with the local government elections, as declared by President Ramaphosa under Section 2A of the Public Holidays Act.
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