SASSA Grant Payments Now Available at These Supermarkets – Full List Inside

On: Wednesday, April 9, 2025 11:15 AM

SASSA Grant Payments Now Available at These Supermarkets – Full List Inside

The South African government provides various grants through SASSA (South African Social Security Agency) to provide financial assistance to the needy citizens of the country. Now to make this facility even easier, SASSA has partnered with some major supermarkets. Now beneficiaries can receive their grants directly from their nearest Pick n Pay, Checkers, Shoprite, Boxer or USave store.

The aim of this initiative is not only to reduce long queues but also to give people a safer, convenient, and respectful experience. Let’s know in detail how this new facility is helpful for you.

Receive SASSA grant payment now from these supermarkets

You can now receive the SASSA grant from the following supermarkets:

Pick n Pay
Checkers
Shoprite
Boxer
USave

All these reputed supermarkets are providing a grant payment facility to the beneficiaries in collaboration with SASSA. Taking payment from here is safe, free, and simple.

What grants are available from SASSA?

SASSA offers different types of grants for different categories, such as:

Old Age Grant – for citizens aged 60 years and above.
Disability Grant – for people who cannot work due to a disability.
Child Support Grant – for caregivers of children under the age of 18.
Foster Child Grant – for people who have adopted or are fostering a child.
Care Dependency Grant – for caregivers of children with severe disabilities.

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How to get a SASSA grant from the supermarket?

1. Keep the SASSA Gold Card active
First, make sure your SASSA Gold Card is valid and not expired.

2. Go to the supermarket
Go to any Pick n Pay, Shoprite, Checkers, Boxer, or USave store.

3. Go to the designated counter for SASSA
Many stores have a separate counter for SASSA transactions. If it’s not clear, ask the staff.

4. Swipe the card and enter the PIN
Swipe your SASSA Gold Card and enter the PIN.

5. Withdraw cash or go shopping
You can:

Withdraw the full amount in cash
Withdraw part of the cash and go shopping with the remaining amount
Use the full amount for shopping

Tip: There is no additional charge for paying at supermarkets, but ATM withdrawals may incur bank charges.

How to check the SASSA grant balance?

With USSD code
- Dial 1203210# or 12069277# from your phone. You will receive the balance in an SMS.
With ATM
- Check the balance by inserting your SASSA Gold Card into any ATM.
With WhatsApp
- Text “SASSA” to 082 046 8553 and follow the instructions.
With the bank app
- If your grant goes directly into your bank account, you can check your balance via your bank app.

Alternative ways to receive a SASSA grant

If you don’t want to receive a grant from a supermarket, these options are also available:

ATM withdrawal – Withdraw money from any ATM using your SASSA Gold Card.
Bank account transfer – Choose to receive the grant directly into your bank account.
Post office – You can also receive a grant from a post office.

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Common problems and their solutions

The card transaction is not working
The card may be expired, or there may be a system delay. Call the SASSA Helpline: 0800 60 10 11.
Lost SASSA card
Report it immediately and have a new card issued.
Grant did not arrive on time
Visit the official website www.sassa.gov.za to check the dates.

The impact of SASSA grants on society

SASSA grants are changing the lives of millions of people.
The Child Support Grant supports children’s education, food, and health.
The Old Age Grant makes the elderly self-reliant.
According to a recent report, over 18 million people rely on SASSA grants – this in itself shows the success of the scheme.

Future changes – know what’s new

SASSA is going to make further improvements in the future by adopting technology:

Biometric authentication – more security through fingerprint and face recognition.
Expansion to digital banking – payments will be faster with mobile banking.
More partnerships with supermarkets – more retailers may join the scheme in the future.

Conclusion

The new facility offered by SASSA – receiving grant payments at supermarkets – is proving to be a boon for millions of South Africans. It not only increases convenience but also saves time. Now beneficiaries can receive their grants while doing their daily shopping – without any congestion or hassle.