Social Grant Amount Increases Effective April 2026
The South African government has confirmed increases to several social grants in the #Budget2026 announcement, with the new payment amounts coming into effect from April 2026. These adjustments are intended to provide relief to millions of beneficiaries affected by rising living costs and inflation.
The increases mainly affect permanent grants such as the Old Age Grant, Disability Grant, and Child Support Grant. However, the Social Relief of Distress (SRD) grant will remain unchanged.
New Social Grant Amounts – Effective April 2026
| Grant Type | Current Amount | New Amount (April 2026) | Increase |
|---|---|---|---|
| Old Age Grant | R2,315 | R2,400 | +R85 |
| Disability Grant | R2,315 | R2,400 | +R85 |
| Care Dependency Grant | R2,315 | R2,400 | +R85 |
| War Veterans Grant | R2,335 | R2,420 | +R85 |
| Foster Care Grant | R1,250 | R1,295 | +R45 |
| Child Support Grant | R560 | R580 | +R20 |
| Grant-in-Aid | R560 | R580 | +R20 |
| SRD Grant (Check Status here) | R370 | R370 | No increase |
Key Highlights
- Most major grants increased by between R20 and R85 per month
- Old Age, Disability, and Care Dependency Grants now stand at R2,400 per month
- Child Support Grant increases to R580 per month
- SRD grant remains unchanged at R370 per month
- New amounts will be paid automatically starting April 2026
The government says the increases are part of its continued effort to support vulnerable households and reduce the impact of economic challenges.
Beneficiaries do not need to reapply, as the new payment amounts will be implemented automatically.
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