South Africa

Home Affairs ID – In a major move affecting millions of South African citizens, the Department of Home Affairs has announced 18 July 2025 as the final deadline to verify and update your national ID details. Failure to complete this critical update may result in your complete exclusion from all government services, including essential grants … Read more

The South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) has officially announced that the August 2025 Child Support Grant payment of R560 will be released earlier than expected, providing timely financial relief for millions of caregivers. This move comes amid rising cost-of-living pressures and the increasing demand from parents who rely on the grant to support their … Read more

SASSA Payments Delayed – The South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) July 2025 grant payments were scheduled to be credited to eligible beneficiaries’ accounts starting from the second week of the month. However, thousands of recipients who bank with Capitec have reported that their funds have not yet reflected—despite receiving payment confirmation messages from SASSA. … Read more

Foster Grant – South African households with children under foster care received a significant financial boost this month, as the government confirmed the disbursement of R1,250 per child under the Foster Child Grant for July 2025. Many guardians are reporting a double payment this month, especially those caring for multiple foster children, leading to an … Read more

R720 Back-To-School Allowance – As the new academic term approaches, thousands of South African families are breathing a sigh of relief. The government has officially announced that the R720 Back-To-School Allowance will begin disbursing from 21 July 2025 to eligible families. Designed to assist parents with school-related expenses such as uniforms, stationery, and transportation, this … Read more

R370 SRD Payment – In a significant relief for millions of South Africans, the South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) has officially confirmed that the R370 Social Relief of Distress (SRD) grant for July 2025 will begin rolling out from 25 July. Beneficiaries who applied earlier and have their documents verified can now use their … Read more

R1420 Disability Grant Top-Up – South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) has announced a new R1,420 top-up payment for eligible Disability Grant beneficiaries starting 23 July 2025. This emergency relief amount, rolled out in response to increasing living costs and medical expenses, is expected to bring major relief to thousands of vulnerable South Africans. While … Read more

R750 Monthly Transport Grant – In a major development aimed at alleviating the financial burden of travel for unemployed young citizens, the South African government has officially launched the R750 Monthly Transport Grant under the “Youth Mobility Support Programme” starting 20 July 2025. This financial assistance is targeted specifically at unemployed youth between the ages … Read more

Stage 6 Blackouts – South Africans are once again bracing for a severe electricity crisis as Eskom has officially confirmed that Stage 6 loadshedding will be implemented on 24 July 2025. With blackouts lasting up to 8 hours a day, millions of homes and businesses across the country will face major disruptions. The announcement comes … Read more

R650 School Clothing Allowance – The South African government has officially activated the long-awaited R650 School Clothing Allowance for 2025. This critical support initiative aims to ease the financial burden on low-income families by providing funds for essential school uniforms, shoes, and winter gear for qualifying students. As school terms progress and winter conditions continue, … Read more