SASSA Old Age Grant – The South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) has officially confirmed that the Old Age Grant will be the first to be paid out in July 2025. Beneficiaries aged 60 years and above will receive their grant on 2 July 2025, earlier than other social grants. This payment is a lifeline … Read more
SASSA ID Verification – The South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) has issued an urgent warning to millions of grant recipients ahead of the July 2025 payment cycle. Beneficiaries who have not yet completed their ID verification process risk having their payments delayed or entirely withheld. This announcement has caused widespread concern, especially among those … Read more
Child Grants 2025 – South African families may soon receive a much-needed financial boost as the government prepares to inject R7 billion into the country’s child grant system. According to recent statements from National Treasury and social development officials, plans are underway to increase the monthly Child Support Grant (CSG) by up to R50 per … Read more
SRD R350 Payment Dates – In recent weeks, many South Africans have expressed concern and confusion over the R350 Social Relief of Distress (SRD) grant payment dates for July 2025. The speculation intensified after rumors and misleading social media posts suggested possible delays or changes in the payout schedule. This prompted widespread panic among millions … Read more
SASSA Grants Until 2026 – In a major relief to over 18 million South Africans relying on social grants, Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana has confirmed that the South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) will continue to disburse grants without interruption until at least 2026. During the recent budget review, it was announced that more than … Read more
3 Extra Holidays – In a surprising move that has caught both educators and parents off guard, the Department of Basic Education has announced a major change to the 2025 South African school calendar. Three additional holidays have been added to the July term, affecting both inland and coastal provinces. This decision, reportedly made in … Read more
Update SASSA Bank Details – In a recent announcement, the South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) has urged all social grant beneficiaries to update their banking information before 15 July 2025. This move is aimed at preventing payment delays, failed transactions, and missed disbursements, especially with July and August grant cycles approaching. Beneficiaries who fail to … Read more
School Term End – The Department of Basic Education has officially announced a major update to the South African school calendar for 2025: all public schools will now close earlier than expected, with the last day of the school term set for Thursday, 4 December 2025. This surprising change affects learners, educators, and especially parents … Read more
New Law for Informal Workers – South Africa is on the brink of a groundbreaking shift in its social welfare policy. A new government report reveals that by 2026, an estimated 1.5 million informal workers could become eligible for SASSA grants under proposed legislative reforms. This move, part of the Department of Social Development’s broader … Read more
Stage 6 Load Shedding – South Africa is once again grappling with deep energy woes as Eskom reintroduces Stage 6 load shedding in June 2025. This latest escalation in power cuts marks yet another chapter in the ongoing electricity crisis affecting households, businesses, and essential services nationwide. With power outages now lasting up to 10 … Read more