The SASSA Cash Boost of R1000 for 2025 is not a fully fledged, ongoing grant, nor is it a regular increase to the social grants such as the Old Age Pension or Child Support Grant. It is temporary and exceptional, like the “additional grants” many people discuss on social media or the news, especially during relief or bonus periods given to some qualifying SASSA beneficiaries. The most recent, official communications relay the following:
The R1000 Cash Boost
– There are no communications suggesting there will be a regular monthly increase of R1000 to SASSA grants in 2025.
– Most recent communications and updates from the government also confirm the main social grants will continue to experience smaller, annual increases; the Old Age and Disability grants increased to R2,315 and Child Support Grant increased to R560, not R1000.
– Official communications mention once-off, or bonus payments (or cash boosts, as this is sometimes called) for certain grant types, often in the context of relief periods or government surplus expenditures.
Eligibility to Receive Cash Boosts/Bonus Grants
Eligibility to cash boosts or SASSA bonus grants depends on:
– You must be a registered recipient of one of the core SASSA grants (Old Age, Disability, Child Support, Foster Care, War Veterans or SRD).
– For 2025, the revised means and asset tests are R107,800 for individuals and R215,760 for married couples for core grants. Child grants have separate, slightly lower thresholds.
– Special circumstances include beneficiaries who missed payments due to technical glitches and those who registered during major crises. Additional bonus payments are in these situations.
2025 Payment Schedule
– For 2025, there is no recurring monthly R1000 Cash Boost. The Cash Boost used to be given alongside the SASSA grants, which can be given monthly or quarterly.
– SASSA grant payments are; Older Persons Grant is the first Tuesday of the month, Disability Grant is the first Wednesday of the month, and Thursday Children’s and other grants are given.
– Cash boosts and bonuses are given during specified times, and these are month ends.
False News and Information
– The public is encouraged to disregard any viral or social media text claiming certain amounts of money in “double payments” or guaranteed cash boosts. SASSA has issued official communications and warnings regarding scams and fake promises on social media.
– For any extra SASSA payment, always visit the official SASSA website or the SASSA office in your area.
Table: SASSA Grant Amounts & Boost Notes (2025)
| Grant Type | Regular Monthly 2025 | Cash Boost/Bonus |
|---|---|---|
| Older Persons / Disability | R2,315 | Only for select cases |
| Child Support | R560 | Not regular; occasional |
| Foster Care | R1,250 | Not regular; occasional |
| SRD (Social Relief Distress) | R370 | SRD extension only |
FAQs
1. Will there be a guaranteed R1000 cash boost every month during 2025?
There is no guaranteed monthly R1000 cash boost during 2025. R1000 monthly boosts will be replaced by one-off discretionary bonuses that staff members will receive.
2. Who qualifies for the SASSA cash boost?
The SASSA cash boost is only applicable for main SASSA grant recipients that have passed the latest means test, asset test, and other special bonus conditions.
3. How will I know if I will get a cash boost?
You will know if you will receive a cash boost by checking for confirmed SASSA government special payments. For all other special payments, you must check your status on the SASSA website.
