The SASSA SRD grant, which stands for Social Relief of Distress grant, is a form of financial assistance provided by the South African government's South African Social Security Agency (SASSA). It is designed to help individuals and families facing extreme poverty and distress who do not receive any other form of social assistance. The primary purpose of the SRD grant is to provide temporary relief to South African citizens and permanent residents who are experiencing dire financial circumstances due to various factors such as unemployment, disability, or other vulnerabilities.