8-Hour Blackout – Johannesburg residents are once again bracing for a significant electricity disruption as City Power has officially confirmed that 13 major suburbs will face an extended 8-hour power outage. The outage is scheduled for June 3, 2025, and will impact some of the most densely populated and economically active regions in the city. … Read more
SASSA Pension Grant – The South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) has issued an urgent update for all beneficiaries of the Older Persons Grant, commonly referred to as the SASSA pension grant. According to the latest announcement, all pensioners must submit updated documentation by June 10, 2025, to avoid grant disruptions. This verification initiative is … Read more
SASSA SRD Reverification – The South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) has issued an important notice to all current beneficiaries of the Social Relief of Distress (SRD) grant. In line with a new verification model under the Universal Basic Income (UBI) approach, SASSA is requesting all existing SRD recipients to complete a mandatory reverification process … Read more
June 2025 SASSA Grant – The South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) has officially confirmed that select individuals will receive a total grant amount of up to R3,070 in June 2025. This announcement comes amid economic challenges affecting low-income households, unemployed citizens, and vulnerable groups. With inflation and the cost of basic goods on the … Read more
SASSA Pension Plus DA – The South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) has officially announced a significant increase in the monthly old-age pension for 2025. More than 7.8 million senior citizens will now receive a base monthly pension of R4,500, along with an additional Dearness Allowance (DA) to help them manage inflation and the increasing … Read more
14-Hour Power Outage – Eskom has officially confirmed a massive 14-hour power outage that will sweep across all provinces, affecting both urban and rural areas from Gauteng to the Northern Cape. This blackout, set to begin over the upcoming weekend, has been categorized as a strategic emergency load shedding initiative to protect the fragile national … Read more
Severe Storm Alert – A major weather alert has been issued by the Indian Meteorological Department (IMD), warning residents of Gauteng, KwaZulu-Natal (KZN), and the Eastern Cape to brace for severe storms starting May 2025 and lasting through early June. The warning comes as the region faces extreme atmospheric conditions, including heavy rainfall, gale-force winds, … Read more
SASSA Special Bonus Payout – Millions of South Africans are set to receive welcome financial relief as the South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) confirms a Special Bonus Payout for the month of August 2025. This announcement follows rising concerns over the cost of living, inflationary pressures, and public demand for enhanced social assistance. The … Read more
Nationwide 14-Hour Load Shedding – In a major development that affects millions of citizens and businesses, Eskom has officially confirmed the return of 14-hour daily load shedding across South Africa. This drastic move comes as the power utility continues to battle widespread infrastructure challenges and generation shortfalls. The blackout plan includes extended power cuts across … Read more
SASSA 2025 Payment Dates – The South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) has officially released its full 2025 grant payment calendar, offering crucial clarity for millions of South African citizens who depend on these funds. This includes payments for the Older Persons Grant, Disability Grant, Child Support Grant, and the widely utilized Social Relief of … Read more