Older Persons
Support for South Africans aged 60 and over, led by the Older Persons Grant — the state pension.
Also searched as: pension, old age, sassa pension, elderly, 60, grandparent.
Guides on older persons
Frequently asked questions
What are the SASSA payment dates for August 2026?
Older Persons on 4 August, Disability on 5 August, Child Support on 6 August, and all other grants — including grants under review — on 7 August 2026.
Read the full guide: SASSA payment dates 2026/2027: the full schedule for every grant
Why am I being paid later than usual this month?
The most common reason is that your grant has been identified for review, which moves you to the fourth payment day. Check for an SMS from SASSA, then read what to bring to your review.
Read the full guide: SASSA payment dates 2026/2027: the full schedule for every grant
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- Older Persons Grant (state pension) (Grants — next few days)
- Grandparents raising grandchildren (Get help — next few days)