Sakashi Mehta 
Water Crisis in South Africa – South Africa is heading into one of its most critical water shortages in recent history, with disruptions expected to affect millions of residents this coming weekend. From Gauteng to the Eastern Cape, municipalities are scrambling to issue public warnings and activate emergency supply chains. The crisis has sparked growing … Read more
SASSA Monthly Grant – In a significant move to combat poverty and support vulnerable citizens, the South African government has announced a brand-new SASSA R700 Monthly Grant for 2025. This latest financial relief programme, managed by the South African Social Security Agency (SASSA), is designed to assist unemployed adults and low-income individuals who are not … Read more
Water Shortage in South Africa – A critical water crisis is looming over South Africa as the Department of Water and Sanitation (DWS) and major municipalities have issued urgent warnings of an impending water shortage expected to hit several regions this weekend. The warning comes amid ongoing issues with deteriorating infrastructure, prolonged heatwaves, load-shedding disruptions, … Read more
Solar Geyser Prices Drop – Johannesburg residents are witnessing a significant reduction in the cost of installing solar geysers, thanks to a bold new initiative from the South African government. With energy costs on the rise and load-shedding continuing to affect daily life, the government’s move to subsidize solar geyser installations aims to ease the … Read more
SASSA Card Benefits – For millions of South Africans, the SASSA Gold Card is a lifeline, a direct connection to essential financial support from the government. Whether you receive an Older Person’s Grant, Disability Grant, Child Support Grant, or SRD R350 Relief Grant, this card allows easy access to your money every month. But did … Read more
Eskom-Ready Heaters – South Africa’s winter has always been challenging, but in 2025, it’s more brutal than ever. As temperatures plummet, homes are left freezing not just from the cold, but from the relentless load-shedding that Eskom continues to enforce. While many households rely on traditional electric heaters, these become useless the moment the power … Read more
New Rule for Post Office Staff – In a much-needed intervention to prevent a full-scale collapse of postal services in South Africa, the government has unveiled a massive R381 million bailout package for employees of the South African Post Office (SAPO). The move is set to secure jobs, settle delayed salaries, and ensure the continuation … Read more
SAPO Employees – In a major development aimed at reviving the ailing South African Post Office (SAPO), the government has stepped in with a financial lifeline of R381 million, approved under the Temporary Employer/Employee Relief Scheme (TERS). This intervention follows months of delays in salary payments and the looming threat of mass retrenchments. With this … Read more
Boost for SAPO Workers – In a significant and much-needed move, the South African government has approved a R381 million bailout package for the financially distressed South African Post Office (SAPO). This intervention comes as a lifeline for thousands of SAPO employees who have been grappling with delayed payments, job insecurity, and crumbling infrastructure. The … Read more
South African Post Office Workers – In a major policy shift aimed at reviving the struggling South African Post Office (SAPO), the government has introduced a new salary regulation that will increase wages for thousands of employees starting in mid-2025. The move is part of a broader overhaul of the postal service, intended to stabilize … Read more