The Social Relief of Distress Grant (SRD Grant) is administered in terms of section 32 of the Social Assistance Act, 2004 (Act No. 13 of 2004) and is implemented with the concurrence of the Minister of Finance. The Social Relief of Distress Grant (SRD Grant) is meant for South African Citizens, Refugees, Asylum Seekers, and Special Permit Holders who are between the ages of 18 and 60 years, who have insufficient means, who do not receive social grants on behalf…
If you or your family are going through a tough time and you’re not able to meet the most basic needs, you can turn to the South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) for help. Minister of Social Development Bathabile Dlamini distributing food parcels with CEO of Sassa Virginia Peterson in Phuthaditjhaba According to SASSA CEO Virginia Peterson, the agency hands out social relief of distress or food parcels to deserving people. These are families or individuals who are experiencing undue…