Sakashi Mehta 
Fuel Price Hike June 2025 – South Africans are bracing for a significant spike in fuel prices starting June 2025, which is expected to be the largest increase of the year. With international oil markets fluctuating and the rand weakening against the US dollar, the Department of Mineral Resources and Energy has confirmed that a … Read more
SA Public Servants Salary Hike – South African public servants can expect a welcome boost in their pay from June 2025, as the government has officially approved a new salary structure. This move follows extensive negotiations between unions and the Department of Public Service and Administration (DPSA), aimed at addressing inflation, cost of living increases, … Read more
New SASSA Rule – Starting June 1, 2025, the South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) has introduced a critical new rule requiring all pensioners to update their personal documentation. Failure to comply may result in the suspension of monthly pension payments. This measure is aimed at improving the accuracy of the agency’s beneficiary database and … Read more
SASSA Old Age Grant Delayed – The South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) has confirmed an unexpected delay in the May 2025 Old Age Grant payments, leaving thousands of pensioners concerned. While the monthly disbursement is usually processed at the beginning of each month, technical and administrative issues have pushed the release further. SASSA has … Read more
Smart ID System – In a major move affecting millions of South Africans, the Department of Home Affairs has announced a sweeping overhaul of the Smart ID Card application and verification system starting June 2025. This update will impact how citizens apply, renew, and verify their Smart IDs, with stricter documentation checks and a new … Read more
Summer School Holidays – The Department of Basic Education (DBE) has officially confirmed the 2025 summer school holiday dates, announcing a much-anticipated 51-day break for students across South Africa. This extended vacation is expected to offer families a valuable opportunity to plan ahead for travel, rest, and academic recovery as the school year winds down. … Read more
New R750 Energy Relief – Starting May 5, 2025, the South African government has launched a much-needed R750 monthly energy relief program to help households struggling with soaring electricity and utility costs. This relief aims to assist low- and middle-income South Africans in paying their electricity and water bills. Applications for this support are now open, … Read more
Eskom’s 14-Hour Power Cuts – South Africans are once again bracing for extended hours without electricity, as Eskom has confirmed the return of Stage 6 load shedding, with some areas facing up to 14 hours of power cuts daily. This severe interruption in electricity supply is due to continued generation constraints and breakdowns across multiple … Read more
Driver’s Licence in South Africa – The South African Department of Transport has released an important update regarding the driver’s licence application process in 2025. If you’re planning to apply for a learner’s or full driver’s licence this year, several changes could impact your eligibility, documents required, testing methods, and fees. This article will walk … Read more
South Africa’s Biggest SASSA Grants – Millions of South Africans rely on monthly SASSA grants to cover their basic needs, including food, healthcare, and transport. For 2025, the South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) has released updated figures, confirming the highest-paying social grants, revised eligibility criteria, and important changes in the application process. If you’re … Read more