R27 Fuel Price – In a dramatic turn of events that has stirred concern among millions of South African motorists, economic analysts are now predicting that the price of petrol could spike to a staggering R27 per litre by July 30, 2025. This warning comes amid global oil market instability, rising crude prices, and ongoing … Read more
Care Dependency Grant Increase – In a significant relief to thousands of caregivers across South Africa, the Department of Social Development has officially confirmed a substantial increase of R2,400 in the annual Care Dependency Grant, starting from July 2025. This bold move forms part of the government’s continued efforts to ease the financial pressure on … Read more
Education Relief – In a major relief for families struggling with the rising cost of education, the South African government has officially rolled out the July 2025 Education Relief Scheme. Under this initiative, parents and guardians are eligible to claim up to R6,000 per child to cover essential school-related expenses. This move comes in response … Read more
Old Age Grant – The South African government has officially confirmed a major relief for senior citizens – the Old Age Grant will increase by R300 starting July 31, 2025. This unexpected hike comes as part of the government’s broader strategy to address the rising cost of living, food inflation, and the economic strain on … Read more
SASSA Grants – Starting July 15, 2025, the South African Post Office (SAPO) will officially cease all handling of SASSA grant payments, including the Old Age Pension, Disability Grant, Child Support Grant, and the R350 SRD grant. This major shift, announced by the South African Social Security Agency (SASSA), is aimed at improving payment security, … Read more
Free Data and Airtime – The South African government has launched a new digital support initiative for SASSA beneficiaries starting July 2025. Under this latest scheme, qualifying recipients of social grants will now receive free mobile data and airtime every month to help them stay connected and access essential services. The initiative, part of a … Read more
SASSA R350 Grant Payments – Thousands of South Africans could lose their SASSA R350 Social Relief of Distress (SRD) grant this July due to outdated or invalid banking details. The South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) has issued an urgent reminder for all R350 beneficiaries to update their banking information before the July 2025 deadline. … Read more
New Banking Rule – Starting July 2025, a major policy change by the South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) and the Department of Social Development is set to impact over 90,000 grant beneficiaries. The new banking regulation, introduced to strengthen verification and curb fraudulent transactions, mandates all SASSA grant recipients to have verified bank accounts … Read more
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