SASSA PAYMENT DATES FOR SEPTEMBER: A REMINDER FOR BENEFICIARIES UNDER REVIEW

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GAUTENG - The South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) wishes to once again confirm that the fourth payment day remains in place for social grant beneficiaries whose grants are under review during the September 2026 payment cycle.

The September 2026 payment schedule is as follows:
• Wednesday, 02 September 2026: Older Persons Grants
• Thursday, 03 September 2026: Disability Grants
• Friday, 04 September 2026: Children's Grants
• Monday, 07 September 2026: Fourth-day payment for beneficiaries whose grants are under review

SASSA emphasises that 07 September 2026 is not an additional general payment day. It is specifically intended for beneficiaries whose grants are undergoing review and who are therefore not paid during the normal three-day payment cycle.

Beneficiaries who do not receive their grants on 02, 03 or 04 September 2026 should not panic or rush to SASSA offices. If a beneficiary's grant is under review, payment will be processed on Monday, 07 September 2026, provided that the review requirements have been met.

Social grant reviews are an important part of SASSA's responsibility to ensure that social assistance reaches people who continue to meet the eligibility requirements and that public funds are protected against fraud, error, and abuse.

Beneficiaries who are required by SASSA to undergo a review should ordinarily have received an SMS notification requesting them to report for the review process. Such beneficiaries are urged to respond within the stipulated period and provide the required information and supporting documentation. SASSA recognises that some beneficiaries may not have received their SMS notifications due to outdated or changed personal contact details that were not communicated to the Agency timeously.

To make it easier for beneficiaries to determine whether they have been selected for review, life certification, or any other verification process requiring their attention, SASSA has introduced a dedicated WhatsApp enquiry channel. Beneficiaries can send a message to 082 601 0111 to check whether they are required to undergo a grant review, submit themselves for life certification, or take any other action requested by SASSA.

The WhatsApp service provides beneficiaries with a convenient self-service platform to confirm their status without necessarily having to visit a SASSA office. Beneficiaries are encouraged to make use of this channel, particularly where they suspect that their contact details may not be up to date or where they are uncertain whether SASSA requires their attention regarding their grant.

SASSA further reminds beneficiaries that their personal information must remain up to date, particularly their cell phone numbers, residential circumstances, marital status, and financial information. Accurate contact details are important because SASSA uses SMS notifications and other communication channels to inform beneficiaries about reviews and other grant-related matters.
Beneficiaries attending a review should bring the documents requested by SASSA, which may include:

• Identity document
• Proof of income
• Bank statements
• Proof of residence
• Any other supporting documentation specified in the review notification

Failure to respond to a review request may result in a grant being suspended or lapsing in accordance with the applicable legislation and regulations.

SASSA also urges beneficiaries and members of the public to remain vigilant against misinformation regarding payment dates. False messages circulating on social media and other platforms can cause unnecessary anxiety, particularly among vulnerable beneficiaries.

Beneficiaries are encouraged to obtain information only through official SASSA communication channels and to be cautious of individuals requesting personal information, banking details, or payment in exchange for assistance with grants.

SASSA remains committed to improving the administration and delivery of social assistance while ensuring that beneficiaries receive the support to which they are legally entitled.


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