South African Government has approved a slight surge in Foster Child Grant during the Budget For the Financial Year 2024. With an increase of R50, the beneficiaries of the Foster Child Grant will receive R1 180/month from April onwards.
Alongside increasing the Foster Child Grant’s payment, the SASSA has also made it mandatory for all applicants to attach a valid Court Order for being Legally Appointed Custodians and Foster Parents of a Child under 18 years.
It is fair to add that the Department of Social Development is responsible for issuing Court Orders to confirm Legal Foster Parents after conducting Means Test. Meanwhile, applicants must provide the reason for fostering a child, such as orphaned, abandoned, or abused.
SASSA Foster Child Grant New Amount
SASSA Foster Child Grants is a valuable Social Venture by the South African Government since it aims to aid Foster Parents who take responsibility for foster children under 18 years. Notably, the foster child must be cared for by the foster parents by court orders.
The Government has increased the Foster Child Grant over time, and as 2024 unfolds, there is another surge of R50, taking the monthly grant amount to R1180. Meanwhile, the applicants will start receiving increased payments from April 2024.
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In short, the SASSA Foster Child Grant is a considerable venture of the South African Government to uplift neglected and abandoned children of society by claiming their rights and ensuring their welfare.
Moreover, the grant system acknowledges the services of Foster Parents by offering sustainable financial support.
It is pertinent to add that the Updated Details about the SASSA Foster Child Grant are available on the Official SASSA Website, and applicants must read them before applying.
