Prepaid Meter Lockouts – As the national prepaid electricity meter Token Identifier (TID) rollover deadline draws closer, millions of South African households are at risk of being locked out from purchasing electricity if they fail to upgrade to the new token system by September 1. The TID rollover issue affects all Standard Transfer Specification (STS) … Read more
R1250 Foster Grant – In recent days, thousands of South African citizens attempting to apply for the R1,250 Foster Child Grant have encountered a frustrating roadblock – the official SASSA application site is repeatedly crashing, leaving families in distress. With deadlines approaching and support desperately needed, many caregivers are panicking as their applications are stuck, … Read more
NSFAS R5200 Payment – In August 2025, thousands of South African university and TVET college students were left in panic after not receiving their expected NSFAS R5,200 payment. With rent, groceries, and transport expenses piling up, students have taken to social media in frustration. Some have even threatened to protest. But amidst the chaos, a … Read more
NSFAS Documents Submit – Thousands of South African students funded by NSFAS (National Student Financial Aid Scheme) are now under pressure as the organisation has issued a strict final deadline for the submission of all outstanding supporting documents. Students who fail to comply by August 10, 2025, risk losing their funding completely—including tuition fees, allowances, … Read more
SASSA August Payout Delays – South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) beneficiaries are facing frustrating delays this August as the much-anticipated R2,315 grant has not reached many eligible citizens on time. Thousands of low-income families who rely on this monthly payout for essential groceries, school transport, and medication have been left in financial uncertainty. Now, … Read more
SASSA SMS Scams – As South Africans depend heavily on SASSA grants for daily survival, cybercriminals are taking advantage of this vulnerability. In August 2025, a sharp rise in SMS scams targeting SASSA beneficiaries has been reported across the country. These fake messages often appear legitimate, using SASSA’s name, logos, and even real-looking grant update … Read more
SA Weather Alert – As the winter storm systems intensify across South Africa, the South African Weather Service (SAWS) has issued a strong weather warning for parts of the Eastern Cape and KwaZulu-Natal. From August 7 to 10, 2025, these provinces are expected to experience heavy rainfall, which may lead to localized flooding, road disruptions, … Read more
Rand Fall – The South African Rand has once again come under pressure, and this time the timing couldn’t be worse for ordinary citizens. With new U.S. tariffs officially taking effect this week, the rand has taken a sharp hit against the dollar, triggering a ripple effect across major consumer sectors—particularly food and groceries. South … Read more
Unannounced Water Cuts – In early August 2025, Cape Town residents were blindsided by unexpected and widespread water cuts, plunging thousands of homes and businesses into temporary chaos. With no prior warning from the City of Cape Town, taps ran dry across several suburbs, sparking frustration, confusion, and panic buying of bottled water. Social media … Read more
Prepaid Meter – As South Africa gears up for a crucial prepaid electricity meter software update, millions of households must act before the nationwide rollout in September 2025. The update is not just a routine technical upgrade — it is essential for maintaining your power supply. Without completing the update and recharging in time, consumers … Read more