Sakashi Mehta 
Proof of Life – In a critical update for South Africa’s elderly population, the South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) has issued a firm reminder to all pension beneficiaries: failure to submit the required Proof of Life documentation by the set deadline may lead to the suspension of the monthly R2330 Older Persons Grant starting … Read more
War Veterans – South African war veterans have received a major update ahead of the July 2025 grant cycle. The South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) has officially confirmed that eligible War Veterans will receive their monthly grant of R2,335 on 12 July 2025. This announcement follows a series of delays and uncertainties that had … Read more
Joburg Municipal Bills Spike – In a move that has left many Johannesburg residents deeply concerned, the City of Johannesburg has officially implemented widespread municipal tariff increases across electricity, water, and waste services from 10 July 2025. This comes amid already challenging economic conditions and will significantly affect the monthly budgets of thousands of households, … Read more
R2315 Disability Grant – The South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) has issued an urgent notice to all disability grant beneficiaries, reminding them that failure to submit the required reassessment documentation by 12 July 2025 will result in the suspension or complete loss of their R2315 monthly grant. This announcement has sent shockwaves through thousands … Read more
Petrol Prices Surge – As South Africans wake up to yet another economic blow, the price of petrol has surged significantly from 11 July 2025. Motorists across the country are now paying over R25 per litre, with the Department of Mineral Resources and Energy (DMRE) officially confirming the steep hike late last week. The increase, … Read more
Tshwane and Joburg Electricity – As of 10 July 2025, electricity consumers in both Tshwane and Johannesburg are facing a significant increase in their monthly electricity expenses. The latest tariff hikes have pushed electricity costs to over R2.85 per unit, affecting both prepaid and conventional postpaid users. With the increase now in effect, many households … Read more
Water Bills – Cape Town residents are bracing for yet another financial blow as a steep 15% increase in water tariffs officially comes into effect from 10 July 2025. The City of Cape Town announced the hike as part of its new municipal budget for the 2025/26 financial year, citing rising operational costs, aging infrastructure, … Read more
R560 SASSA Child Grant – The South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) has officially confirmed that the Child Support Grant payment of R560 will be disbursed on Thursday, 12 July 2025. This monthly financial aid supports millions of low-income families in ensuring their children’s basic needs are met. However, for this month’s payment cycle, a … Read more
SRD R370 July 2025 Payout – In July 2025, millions of South Africans who rely on the SASSA SRD R370 grant must prepare for an important deadline. The South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) has officially confirmed that the payment window for the July cycle will be open from 20 July to 27 July 2025. … Read more
July 2025 Grant Delayed – South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) beneficiaries are facing a critical deadline. If you haven’t reconfirmed your personal and banking details, your July 2025 SASSA payment might be delayed—or even cancelled entirely. With over 18 million people relying on SASSA grants, including the SRD R370, Older Persons, Disability, and Child … Read more