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👶 Child Support Grant
Monthly grant for the primary caregiver of a child under 18.
How much: Monthly amount set in each Budget
Who can get it: Caregivers who pass the SASSA means test
🧓 Older Person’s Grant
Monthly grant from age 60.
How much: Monthly amount set in each Budget
Who can get it: People 60+ who pass the means test
♿ Disability Grant
Monthly grant for adults who cannot work because of a disability.
How much: Monthly amount set in each Budget
Who can get it: Adults 18–59 with a medically confirmed disability
💼 UIF benefits
Unemployment, maternity and illness benefits from the Unemployment Insurance Fund.
How much: Percentage of previous earnings, sliding scale
Who can get it: Workers who contributed 1% to UIF
🤝 Social Relief of Distress (SRD) grant
Monthly grant for unemployed people with no other income.
How much: Monthly amount set by SASSA
Who can get it: Unemployed adults 18–59 with no grant or UIF
🎓 NSFAS bursary
Funding for tuition, accommodation and allowances at public universities and TVET colleges.
How much: Covers fees and set allowances
Who can get it: Students from households earning up to R350,000 a year
Apply for SASSA grants at a SASSA office or online. Never pay anyone to apply.
FAQ
Who can get NSFAS funding?
Students from households with a combined income of up to R350,000 a year.
Sources (checked 7 Nov 2026): SASSA, Department of Employment and Labour, NSFAS.