Information reviewed 20 September 2026
Primary Sources Used
Our main source categories are SASSA publications and services, Department of Social Development material, South African Government service pages, National Treasury/Budget documents and legislation or regulations.
Current 2026 References
Key current references include the 2026 Budget Speech, the DSD 2026/27 social-grant payment schedule and increases, the official SRD service, and government grant-service pages.
Conflicting Figures
If official publications differ, we prefer the most specific and current source and explain material differences where they affect a user decision. For example, Foster Child 2026 figures have appeared differently in some budget documents, so this site follows the DSD schedule statement and Budget Speech timing.
No External Links Requirement
The site can describe source names without requiring visitors to leave the domain. This does not change the fact that SASSA and government remain the authority for official decisions.
Frequently Asked Questions
How often is information reviewed?
Date-sensitive pages are reviewed when new payment schedules, budgets or rule changes are published.
Why show a review date?
It helps visitors distinguish current guidance from old grant information.
Are competitor sites treated as primary sources?
No. Competitor coverage can reveal useful topics, but changing factual claims are verified against primary sources.