Free Monthly Bus Pass – In a major relief move for South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) grant holders, the government has announced the rollout of a Free Monthly Bus Pass initiative starting from July 20, 2025. The scheme is set to launch as a pilot program in the Western Cape, aiming to reduce transport … Read more
Free Smartphone Distribution – In a surprising move aimed at bridging the digital divide, the South African government has officially launched a free smartphone distribution scheme for grant beneficiaries. Starting in July 2025, eligible SASSA grant recipients will receive a high-end smartphone valued at R9,999. This device is intended to help low-income families stay connected, … Read more
R350 SASSA Payment – The South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) has confirmed a major disruption in the R350 Social Relief of Distress (SRD) grant payouts, specifically affecting thousands of Capitec Bank users. Due to a serious technical error in the latest payment batch, a large number of beneficiaries with Capitec accounts did not receive … Read more
600000 Plus SASSA Grants – In a major development affecting hundreds of thousands of South Africans, the South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) has officially paused over 600,000 social grant payments due to incorrect or outdated bank details. Beneficiaries relying on monthly SASSA payouts—including the R350 Social Relief of Distress (SRD) grant, older persons’ grants, … Read more
SA Bank Strike – In a shocking development that has sent panic through millions of grant recipients, South African banks are set to go on a nationwide strike from July 4 to July 12, 2025. This unprecedented action is expected to cause a complete halt in all SASSA grant disbursements, affecting Child Support Grants, Older … Read more
Free Laptop Scheme – In an exciting and impactful move, the South African government has launched a Free Laptop Scheme for students who hold a valid SASSA ID. This initiative aims to support underprivileged youth and students from social grant-recipient households by bridging the digital divide and improving access to online education. With laptops valued … Read more
Post Office SASSA Payments – In a shocking development, the South African Post Office (SAPO) has officially announced that it will cease all SASSA grant payments from July 2025. This update directly affects millions of grant beneficiaries who currently rely on the Post Office for their monthly payouts. If you are still receiving your SASSA … Read more
SASSA R350 Grant – In a shocking turn of events, a leaked government circular has confirmed that the South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) will increase the R350 Social Relief of Distress (SRD) Grant to R1,050 starting July 25, 2025. This triple payment surprise has sent waves of excitement across the country, particularly among unemployed … Read more
Universal R750 Monthly Income – In a dramatic policy shift that could change the lives of millions of South Africans, a confidential draft plan leaked by a Member of Parliament (MP) has revealed that the R350 Social Relief of Distress (SRD) grant may be replaced with a Universal Basic Income (UBI) of R750 per month, … Read more
R12500 Monthly Grant – In a historic move aimed at curbing youth unemployment and empowering the nation’s young population, the government has officially launched a new monthly grant programme that will provide R12,500 per month to all unemployed youth aged 18 to 35. Starting July 15, 2025, eligible individuals can apply online to receive this … Read more