Sakashi Mehta 
New School Holiday Dates Confirmed : The Department of Basic Education (DBE) has officially confirmed a shift in the school calendar, announcing that South African learners will begin their July holiday from 22 July this year. This unexpected change, announced just weeks ahead of the break, has caught many parents, educators, and school administrators off … Read more
SASSA July Payment – The South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) has officially reopened the R350 grant status checker, allowing beneficiaries to instantly view their July 2025 payment status. This move comes as part of SASSA’s commitment to streamlining the payment process and ensuring that millions of South Africans relying on the Social Relief of … Read more
SASSA 2025 Grant Increase : The South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) has officially announced a substantial increase in social grant payments for 2025, bringing welcome relief to millions of vulnerable citizens. This long-awaited adjustment affects two major categories: the Old Age Grant and the Disability Grant. With rising living costs and inflation continuing to … Read more
July 2025 SASSA Pension Increases – The South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) plays a vital role in supporting millions of South Africans, particularly pensioners, through various grant programs. As the cost of living continues to rise, many citizens are eagerly anticipating the new pension amounts for July 2025. In a country where many elderly … Read more
SASSA Payment Update – The South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) has announced a sweeping change to its payment disbursement system, set to take effect from 29 July 2025. This new system aims to streamline the social grant payment process, curb fraud, and ensure faster, more secure transactions for millions of South Africans who rely … Read more
SASSA July 2025 Grant Calendar : In a welcome relief for millions of South Africans, the South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) has announced that double grant payments will begin from 26 July 2025. This development comes after recent delays and adjustments in payment cycles. Beneficiaries have eagerly awaited these updates as SASSA ensures they … Read more
Universal Basic Income – As South Africa transitions into a new phase of economic support, the long-anticipated Universal Basic Income (UBI) program is set to officially replace the SRD (Social Relief of Distress) grant from August 2025. This marks a monumental shift in how the government supports low-income individuals and vulnerable citizens. The new system … Read more
NSFAS August Payment – As the 2025 academic year progresses, thousands of students across South Africa have been eagerly waiting for the National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) to announce the next round of payments. Good news has finally arrived—NSFAS has officially confirmed the payment dates for August 2025, providing much-needed clarity and assurance for … Read more
New Biometric ID Mandatory – As of July 20, a sweeping new regulation by the Department of Home Affairs has come into effect, requiring all citizens to possess the latest biometric identification card to access any government service. This emergency measure, which was previously announced in a series of media briefings, has now been formalized … Read more
New SASSA ID Rule – Starting 1 August, a new regulation from the South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) could directly impact thousands of pensioners. In a major move to tighten security and ensure that only eligible individuals receive benefits, SASSA has announced that pension payouts will now be linked strictly to updated South African … Read more