Starting 1 October, eligible Malaysians can look forward to some financial relief as the monthly Sumbangan Asas Rahmah (SARA) aid begins crediting directly into recipients’ MyKad.
According to an announcement by the Ministry of Finance (MoF) via Facebook, the monthly assistance aims to help citizens cope with daily essentials.
Who is eligible and how much will they get?
The monthly SARA payouts vary depending on whether recipients are under the Sumbangan Tunai Rahmah (STR) category or eKasih:
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Household Category: Households receiving STR get RM100 a month, while those under eKasih receive RM200 a month.
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Senior Citizens: Senior citizens receive RM50 a month under STR, and RM150 a month if registered under eKasih.
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Singles: Single individuals receive RM50 a month under STR, and RM100 a month under eKasih.
What can you buy with the SARA aid?
The funds credited into the MyKad can be used across more than 14,700 participating supermarkets and grocery stores nationwide. Purchases are restricted to 15 approved categories of essential goods, which include:
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Rice
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Eggs
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Bread
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Cooking oil
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Biscuits
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Noodles (Mi)
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Flour (Tepung)
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Beverages
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Seasonings (Bahan perasa)
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Canned food
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Personal care products
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Over-the-counter medications at the counter
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School supplies
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Household cleaning supplies
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Frozen foods
For those looking to check their specific status or learn more about the program, detailed information can be found through the official website.
With the cost of living remaining a hot topic, this monthly cash injection is expected to ease the burden on everyday families and individuals.
What are your thoughts on this monthly aid? Let us know in the comments!
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