R2315 Grant Payment – South African citizens depending on social grants can breathe a sigh of relief as the South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) has officially confirmed the August 2025 grant payment of R2,315. This announcement has brought hope and financial clarity for millions who rely on monthly assistance to manage their daily expenses. … Read more
R5200 Allowance – The National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) is once again facing mounting pressure after thousands of students across South Africa reported that their R5,200 monthly allowances have not been paid for August 2025. With lectures underway and living expenses piling up, students are left anxious, frustrated, and without the means to afford … Read more
Grants Suspend – South African citizens relying on SASSA grants may soon face a major setback. The South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) has issued a strict income review update stating that households earning above R8,070 per month could see their grants suspended starting August 15, 2025. This measure is part of a broader verification … Read more
R1250 Foster Child Grant – In a much-needed relief for caregivers across South Africa, the South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) has confirmed the approval of the R1,250 Foster Child Grant for August 2025. This financial support is specifically designed for guardians and foster parents caring for children placed in their care through a legal … Read more
SRD R370 Grant – The South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) has officially confirmed the disbursement of the SRD R370 grant starting from July 28. This grant, aimed at providing financial relief to unemployed South Africans, has seen a slight increase from R350 to R370—bringing much-needed assistance amid rising food, transport, and electricity costs. However, … Read more
NSFAS Portal Glitch – In a shocking development affecting thousands of South African students, a technical glitch in the NSFAS portal has delayed or blocked scheduled allowance payments for August. Many students, who rely on these funds for transport, food, rent, and tuition, have been left in financial limbo due to an unexpected system error. … Read more
SASSA Account Inactive – If your SASSA grant account has been inactive for the past 90 days, you could be facing an automatic deregistration after August 15, 2025. Thousands of South Africans are now at risk of losing their SASSA benefits due to inactivity, and many are unaware of this crucial update. The South African … Read more
R45 ATM Withdrawal Fee – In a concerning update for millions of South Africans, SASSA grant beneficiaries are now facing a new R45 fee for ATM withdrawals using their SASSA cards. This change has taken many by surprise and could have a serious impact on low-income households relying on monthly grants for survival. With inflation … Read more
Power and Transport Upgrades – In a major stride toward modernizing infrastructure and boosting economic resilience, South Africa has officially secured a massive R28 billion investment to revamp its power grid and transport networks. This landmark funding package, confirmed by the National Treasury in late July, is poised to address the country’s aging infrastructure, electricity … Read more
NSFAS Allowance – The National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) has confirmed a significant development for thousands of South African tertiary students. An allowance payout of up to R5,200 is expected to be released starting August 7, 2025, covering essential needs like transport, accommodation, meals, and personal care. However, this cycle of payments is accompanied … Read more