Sakashi Mehta 
Omoda C9 and Jaecoo J7 – Chery has officially raised the bar in South Africa’s hybrid car market with the grand debut of two stunning new models: the flagship Omoda C9 at R999,900 and the all-new Jaecoo J7 at just R689,000. These premium Chinese hybrids are set to shake the status quo, offering powerful performance, cutting-edge … Read more
Free 600 Electricity Units – In a major relief for millions of low-income households across South Africa, the government has announced that all approved SASSA grant beneficiaries will be eligible to receive 600 units of free electricity during the month of July 2025. This benefit, however, is not automatic—qualifying individuals must submit an online or … Read more
Electric Cars – Electric vehicles (EVs) have officially entered the mainstream in South Africa. What was once considered a niche market dominated by luxury brands like Tesla and BMW is now being transformed by the sudden rise of affordable Chinese EV brands such as BYD, Chery, and Great Wall Motors (GWM). As of July 2025, … Read more
Eskom Smart Meter – South African households are once again in a state of panic as Eskom, the country’s main electricity provider, has issued a strict ultimatum: “No Smart Meter, No Power” from July 28, 2025. This controversial decision means that any consumer who hasn’t installed Eskom’s new generation smart meter will face a complete … Read more
No R370 Grant Raise – For the millions relying on South Africa’s Social Relief of Distress (SRD) grant, July 2025 brings no relief, only disappointment. The R370 monthly payment – a lifeline for over 8 million citizens – will remain unchanged yet again, despite months of anticipation and rising inflation. Many expected a long-overdue increase … Read more
Foster Grant Holders – As July 2025 approaches, SASSA has issued a critical alert specifically targeting Foster Care Grant beneficiaries across South Africa. The agency has warned that over 200,000 foster parents could miss their R1,250 monthly payout if they fail to update their bank details by July 1, 2025. This update has become mandatory … Read more
R560 Child Support Grant – In a critical update for millions of South African families, the South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) has issued a strict warning: only beneficiaries whose South African ID documents are verified by July 1 will receive the R560 Child Support Grant scheduled for July 4. This urgent notice has sent … Read more
Full SASSA July Grant Payment – In a shocking development, the full SASSA July 2025 grant payment schedule has been leaked just days before the official release. Millions of beneficiaries across South Africa have been anxiously awaiting confirmation of their exact payout dates, especially as load shedding, banking errors, and account verification issues continue to … Read more
World Bank R28 Billion Loan – In a significant move that could reshape South Africa’s energy future, the World Bank officially approved a R28 billion loan to the South African government in June 2025. The announcement has sent ripples across the nation, raising hope that this massive financial injection may finally bring an end to … Read more
SASSA Accounts Frozen – In a shocking turn of events, over 300,000 SASSA grant beneficiaries have found their payments blocked for July 2025 due to critical banking errors and mismatched account details. This development has left thousands of South Africans stranded without essential funds, triggering mass panic and urgent appeals for clarity. According to insider … Read more