SASSA Child Grant – In a major shift expected to bring relief to thousands of South African households, a new law set to take effect from July 2025 will allow grandparents to legally apply for and receive the SASSA Child Support Grant on behalf of their grandchildren. This significant update to the Social Assistance framework … Read more
New Pilot Program – In a groundbreaking step to bridge the digital divide and empower millions of South Africans, the government, in collaboration with major telecom partners, has launched a new pilot program set to roll out from July 2025. This initiative offers 12 months of free Wi-Fi access to all verified SASSA beneficiaries, aiming … Read more
R5000 Cash Relief Grant – The South African government has announced a special R5000 Cash Relief Grant aimed at supporting domestic workers who have been financially impacted by rising living costs, inflation, and job instability. This once-off relief payment is part of a broader initiative to provide social and economic assistance to vulnerable workers in … Read more
Full Rent Payment Program – In a groundbreaking move to combat homelessness and economic hardship, the South African government has announced a fully subsidized rental assistance programme for low-income families. Starting July 2025, families earning less than R5,000 per month will be eligible to have their entire monthly rent covered by the state. This initiative aims … Read more
SASSA Old Age Grant – In a major financial relief effort, the South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) has officially confirmed that a special R700 bonus will be paid alongside the Old Age Grant on July 30, 2025. This one-time payout aims to ease the cost-of-living pressures for senior citizens and will be distributed in … Read more
Double UIF Payment – In a major relief for thousands of workers still awaiting overdue UIF benefits, the Department of Employment and Labour has announced that a Double UIF Payment will be released by July 15, 2025 for all verified backlog cases. This comes as a result of increasing public pressure and multiple complaints regarding … Read more
R624 Income Cut-Off Rule – South Africa’s Social Relief of Distress (SRD) grant has provided critical financial aid to millions of unemployed citizens during tough times. However, a strict income threshold is now putting this support at risk for thousands. As of July 2025, the R624 income cut-off rule is actively disqualifying many applicants and … Read more
New Petrol Price Hike – South African motorists are in for a serious shock as the Department of Mineral Resources and Energy has confirmed another sharp increase in fuel prices set to take effect from July 5, 2025. Petrol prices will jump to R26.84 per litre, marking one of the highest rates in the country’s … Read more
July 2025 SASSA Schedule – As the new financial quarter begins, millions of South Africans eagerly await the updated SASSA grant payment schedule for July 2025. The South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) has officially published the payment dates for all major grants, including the R350 SRD grant, Old Age Pension, Child Support, and Disability … Read more
Free Grocery Vouchers – In a much-needed relief initiative for millions of low-income South Africans, the government has confirmed the rollout of free grocery vouchers worth R1,200 to all SASSA recipients across the country. This benefit comes at a crucial time when the cost of living is soaring, and many grant beneficiaries are struggling to … Read more