Confirm before you go. Temporary assistance usually for up to three months, which may be extended for another three months. Requires proof of dire material need or emergency.

Help finder or referral

Service details

South Africa
Coverage
Nationwide service covering all of South Africa
Phone
Not listed in this snapshot. Check the official source for contact details.
Access
Apply at SASSA office or online
Cost
Free resource finder. The service is provided for free.

This official search or referral service is free to use. Programs it lists may have their own eligibility or cost rules.

Help offered
Food

Services offered

  • Food parcel
  • Voucher to buy food
  • Cash assistance

Source and review

This date records a review of the linked source, not a confirmation of current service availability.

South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) · Official service locator or guidance page

The official South African government page states that the Social Relief of Distress provides temporary assistance in the form of food parcels, vouchers, or cash, and explicitly notes "The service is free.".

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