SASSA Grants in Eastern Cape
The Eastern Cape has one of South Africa's highest social grant dependency rates, with over 2.
About Eastern Cape
The Eastern Cape has one of South Africa's highest social grant dependency rates, with over 2.5 million beneficiaries. The province has a large rural population spread across six district municipalities, making mobile SASSA offices essential for reaching remote communities.
Unique SRD Challenges in Eastern Cape
Many rural beneficiaries in the Eastern Cape struggle with smartphone access and internet connectivity. The USSD codes (*120*69277#) and WhatsApp line (082 046 8553) are the most practical status check methods for this province.
SASSA Offices in Eastern Cape
Bhisho
Independence Avenue, Bhisho
040 608 7100
Gqeberha (Port Elizabeth)
80 Buckingham Road, Gqeberha
041 408 6000
East London
3 Hill Street, East London
043 705 8000
Mthatha
Victoria Street, Mthatha
047 532 6001
District Municipalities
Payment Collection in Eastern Cape
SASSA grants can be collected at Post Office branches, Pick n Pay, Boxer, Shoprite, and Spar stores across all Eastern Cape districts. Postbank Black Card holders can use any ATM.
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