SASSA Social Relief of Distress (SRD) Food Voucher Application 2022

SASSA Social Relief of Distress (SRD) Food Voucher Application 2022

When is the Application Deadline:

None

Tell Me About SASSA Social Relief of Distress (SRD) Food Voucher:

The natural disaster that recently occurred in KwaZulu-Natal has left Sassa grant beneficiaries more vulnerable than before. In response to this, Sassa is looking to make the following changes in how they disburse the Social Relief of Distress grant. 

What Type of Scholarship is this?

Grants

Who can apply for SASSA Social Relief of Distress (SRD) Food Voucher?

The temporary provision of assistance is provided to people affected by crisis or disaster and is mainly for people who are unable to meet their family’s most basic needs.

How are Applicants Selected?

Application is processed immediately after assessment  is done and once approval is granted the voucher is approved.

Which Countries are Eligible?

South Africa

What is the Benefit of SASSA Social Relief of Distress (SRD) Food Voucher?

• SASSA provides food vouchers  to the value of R1200 per family
• R1980.00 x 2  (Total Amount paid per family: R3960.00 ) as food vouchers or cash to a family of deceased family members due to a disaster.
• School uniforms is provided to leaners  who lost uniforms during a disaster. Girls: R2700.00 . BOYS: R2500.00

How Long will the Program Last?

For only one month because it is expected that the people lives will normalize  and the other form of SRD including R350 will still be available for people who are experiencing hardship

How to Apply for Scholarship:

Affected beneficiaries can apply for the food voucher by submitting their contact details to the councilor at their nearest municipality or social worker.

For any further information, applicants can contact Sassa’s toll free number: 0800601011 or their regional call centre: 0338463400.

Goodluck!