ASSA confirms COVID-19 SRD payment dates for May 2026.
The South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) has confirmed the payment dates for the COVID-19 Social Relief of Distress (SRD) grant for May 2026.
According to the agency, SRD payments for May 2026 will be processed in two batches, scheduled for May 21 to 22 and May 27 to 28, 2026.
The SRD grant remains fixed at R370 per month, with no change to the value of the benefit during the current financial period.
SASSA says the staggered payment approach is used to manage the large volume of beneficiaries and to allow for ongoing verification of applications before funds are released.
