SASSA August 2025 Payment Dates – SASSA has confirmed the August 2025 payment dates for the R350 SRD, Older Persons (pension) and Disability grants, giving millions of South Africans clarity on when money will reflect. This month’s cycle follows the standard phased approach to reduce long queues and ATM congestion, so different grants will pay … Read more
12000 Grants Suspended – 12,000 grants have reportedly been suspended before 20 August, placing R2,350 payments in serious jeopardy for thousands of vulnerable beneficiaries. If you or a family member depends on this income, treat this as an urgent compliance alert—not a panic alarm. Most suspensions stem from issues that can be fixed quickly: missed … Read more
R3070 Grant List – September’s R3,070 grant list has been released, and thousands of South Africans are double-checking whether their names and payment details are ready to clear. This month’s payout cycle prioritises verified beneficiaries whose ID, bank account and residency details match SASSA records, reducing reversals and delays. If you’ve been expecting an increase … Read more
SASSA August 2025 Grant Increase – South Africa’s social grant beneficiaries can expect August 2025 payments to arrive on the first-week schedule, alongside the new amounts that took effect this year. Older Persons and Disability grants pay at the start of the week, Children’s grants follow the next day, and SRD (R370) is processed later … Read more
Foster Child Grant – If you’re caring for a foster child and need financial support, the Foster Child Grant of R1,250 can help cover essentials like food, transport, data, school items, and medical needs. Applications are officially open this August, and you can submit everything online in just a few steps—no long queues, no guesswork. … Read more
Biometric Verification Alert – South Africans receiving SASSA grants are urged to complete biometric verification to keep payments flowing smoothly. This alert applies to key grants frequently paid at R2,315 (older persons and other qualifying categories), R560 (Child Support Grant), and R1,250 (Foster Care Grant or similar benefits set by SASSA). Biometric verification—usually a quick … Read more
R560 Child Support Grant Payout – South Africa’s R560 Child Support Grant is expected to reflect from 17 August, and caregivers are urged to get ready now to avoid last-minute stress. Start by confirming your grant status, checking that your SASSA/Postbank Gold Card is active. If you collect at a retailer, bring your ID and … Read more
South Africa Weather Alert – South Africa is bracing for a powerful storm system bringing widespread heavy rain, gale-force winds and dangerous seas. Forecasters warn that saturated ground, clogged drains and high river levels will magnify the flood risk, while wind damage to roofs, trees and power lines may disrupt electricity and mobile networks. Motorists … Read more
SASSA August 2025 – South Africans receiving the R370 SRD, Older Persons, and Disability grants can breathe easier as August 2025 payments continue to reflect across bank accounts and retail partners in phased batches. If you’ve already been paid this month, now is the perfect time to prepare for September by double-checking your preferred payment … Read more
South Africa Electricity Law – Electricity rules in South Africa are being tightened in 2025 to protect consumers, improve supply, and speed up the shift to cleaner generation. For households, the biggest changes revolve around clearer billing, stricter meter standards, and more transparent load-shedding communications from municipalities and Eskom. You can expect plainer tariffs, itemised … Read more