Sakashi Mehta 
WhatsApp Scam – In 2025, thousands of SASSA grant beneficiaries across South Africa are falling victim to a dangerous new WhatsApp scam. These scams are cleverly disguised as official messages offering “grant verification,” “payment confirmations,” or “extra payouts.” Sadly, many people are unknowingly sharing sensitive information like ID numbers, banking details, and SASSA reference numbers—only … Read more
Extend Holidays – In a new development that could affect millions of learners and parents across the country, the South African Department of Basic Education is reportedly reviewing the current academic calendar, raising the possibility of extended school holidays once again. This move comes amid concerns related to infrastructure issues, extreme weather patterns, and a … Read more
Petrol and Diesel Price Hike – South African motorists are once again facing financial pressure as fuel prices are set to rise sharply in August 2025. The Department of Mineral Resources and Energy (DMRE) has officially confirmed the hike in both petrol and diesel prices, citing global crude oil market fluctuations, supply chain issues, and … Read more
Stage 6 Loadshedding – South Africans are bracing for another dark weekend as Eskom has confirmed the return of Stage 6 Loadshedding starting this Saturday. With the national grid once again under immense pressure due to generation constraints and unplanned breakdowns at multiple power stations, the power utility says Stage 6 will continue “until further … Read more
R700 Grocery Vouchers – In a major relief measure for South Africa’s financially vulnerable communities, the government has confirmed the rollout of R700 grocery vouchers for eligible grant beneficiaries across the country. The initiative, aimed at easing food insecurity and rising living costs, was announced as part of the broader social assistance response plan in … Read more
Free Electricity – In a bold and much-needed move to combat rising electricity prices and support underprivileged communities, the South African government has announced the continuation of the Free Basic Electricity (FBE) program for August 2025. This initiative ensures that qualifying low-income households receive a fixed number of electricity units every month at no cost. … Read more
New Compliance Rule – In a move that has sent shockwaves across South Africa, the South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) has confirmed that over 1.2 million social grants may be suspended in 2025 due to non-compliance with updated verification requirements. These developments have particularly alarmed vulnerable groups including senior citizens, disability grant recipients, and … Read more
R4500 Pension Grant – The South African Social Security Agency (SASSA), in collaboration with the Democratic Alliance (DA), has officially announced a major increase in pension support for the elderly. A total pension grant of R4,500 per recipient will be distributed across the country, benefiting approximately 7.8 million citizens starting from August 2025. This initiative … Read more
New Divorce Law – In 2025, South Africa has rolled out major changes to its divorce law, impacting how marriages are dissolved, how assets are divided, and how custody is decided. These changes affect both civil and customary marriages and are aimed at speeding up the legal process, preventing prolonged court battles, and ensuring fairer … Read more
SASSA Payment Dates – As South Africans continue to battle the rising cost of living, timely access to social grants has become more important than ever. The South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) has officially released the full payment schedule for August 2025, covering all major grant types, including the R370 SRD Grant, Older Persons … Read more