R45 Monthly Fee Hike – From 1 August 2025, millions of South Africans will be hit with an unexpected financial pinch as several major banks roll out a R45 increase in monthly account fees. This banking fee adjustment has sparked widespread concern among account holders already grappling with inflation, rising fuel prices, and electricity tariffs. … Read more
SASSA Pensions – Starting 5 August 2025, the South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) is implementing a major update that affects all pensioners across the country. Going forward, every senior citizen who receives an old age pension or any form of SASSA grant will be required to link their payments to the updated Department of … Read more
SASSA Grants Suspended – South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) has issued an urgent notice for all grant beneficiaries – thousands of SASSA grants will be suspended from 27 July 2025 if pending documents are not submitted in time. Beneficiaries who fail to update their records within the next 3 days risk losing their social … Read more
SASSA R9200 Payment – In a significant update for millions of South African beneficiaries, the South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) has confirmed the rollout of a special R9,200 grant distribution. This amount will be delivered in two separate payments starting from 26 July 2025. The double payout covers outstanding dues and a forward-dated top-up … Read more
R3000 Monthly Boost – In a significant move to uplift vulnerable South Africans, the South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) has officially confirmed a R3,000 monthly boost for pensioners and qualifying families, starting 6 August 2025. This decision, approved at the highest level, is part of the government’s renewed commitment to social welfare expansion, aimed … Read more
SASSA Raises 2025 Payments – In a major relief for millions of South Africans, the South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) has officially announced increased payment amounts for Old Age and Disability Grants in 2025. With the rising cost of living, this long-awaited increase is set to ease the financial burden on vulnerable groups, especially … Read more
New SASSA Payment Dates – South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) has officially released the updated grant payment schedule for July and August 2025, and there’s good news for millions of beneficiaries. Along with the regular disbursements, the government has confirmed early deposits for some groups, and additional bonuses are being processed for selected beneficiaries. … Read more
New SASSA Dates – In a major update for millions of South Africans, the South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) has released revised payment dates for the R350 Social Relief of Distress (SRD), Older Persons Pension, and Disability Grants for the months of July and August 2025. The announcement comes after weeks of uncertainty due … Read more
3-Month Grant – In a major update for all South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) grant beneficiaries, new rules and a detailed three-month payment schedule for June, July, and August 2025 have been released. The Department of Social Development and SASSA jointly issued these guidelines to bring clarity and ensure smooth disbursement of all social … Read more
New Term Dates – South African parents, learners, and educators can finally plan their year with clarity as the Department of Basic Education (DBE) has officially released the full school calendar for 2025. The long-anticipated announcement includes confirmed term dates, public holidays, exam periods, and adjusted break schedules across all provinces. With several changes aimed … Read more