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
SARS Refund Delays – The 2025 tax season in South Africa has brought with it unexpected frustrations for thousands of taxpayers. Many individuals who filed their returns promptly are still waiting to receive their SARS refunds. Social media and forums are flooded with complaints and confusion about why SARS refunds are delayed, with some taxpayers … Read more
New Job Relief Plan – South Africa is facing one of its worst unemployment crises in recent years, with the official unemployment rate now reaching a staggering 34.2% as of mid-2025. This alarming rise has sent shockwaves across the country, affecting millions of households, young graduates, and even skilled professionals. The latest figures from Statistics … Read more
SASSA Grant Suspensions – In 2025, a rising number of SASSA grant recipients are receiving unexpected suspension notices. Many South Africans rely on these grants—be it the Older Persons Grant, Child Support Grant, or the R350 SRD—for daily survival. Yet due to new verification measures, document issues, or unintentional errors, thousands are at risk of … Read more
SASSA Dates – The South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) has officially released revised payment schedules for its most crucial grants—namely the R350 SRD grant, Older Persons (Pension) grant, and Disability grant—for the months of August and September 2025. These changes are expected to affect millions of beneficiaries across South Africa, especially those who rely … Read more