SASSA will begin its latest payment cycle this week, with Older Person's Grant beneficiaries receiving their payments from Tuesday, 4 August. Image: ChatGPTThe South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) will begin its August 2026 grant payment cycle this week, with Older Person’s Grant beneficiaries receiving their payments on Tuesday, 4 August. SASSA also reminded recipients that grant payments are processed systematically during the payment period and appealed for patience while funds reflect in beneficiaries’ accounts. The digital service allows eligible beneficiaries to complete the process from home using secure biometric verification, reducing the need to visit SASSA offices. Win R2 000 in the South African SASSA grant surveyIf you receive a SASSA grant and want to share your story, we want to hear from you.