GEPF Raises Retirement Age for Municipal Workers in 2025 – Who’s Affected and What It Means for Your Pension

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Retirement Age Shock!

In a significant policy shift, the Government Employees Pension Fund (GEPF) has announced that the retirement age for municipal workers will be increased starting in 2025. This change will impact thousands of public sector employees across South Africa, particularly those working in local government institutions. The move, aimed at improving the sustainability of the pension … Read more

Big Surprise for June SASSA Recipients – Two Increases Already Confirmed, Are You on the List?

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SASSA Payouts Go Up

The South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) has just made an announcement that brings great relief and joy to millions of beneficiaries across the country. In a year marked by economic challenges and rising living costs, the government has taken a significant step to support vulnerable communities through not just one—but two increases in grant … Read more

Back-to-School Chaos as Uniform Prices Hit Record High – Parents Struggling with R4,000 Bills

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Back-to-School Crisis

As the new academic year approaches, South African parents are facing a harsh financial reality—school uniform prices have hit record highs, with many families shelling out up to R4,000 per child. What was once a routine shopping trip has become a significant financial burden, with inflation and economic pressures driving up the cost of even … Read more

South African Banks Enforce New Daily Limits from 15 June – What Every Account Holder Must Do Right Now

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Cash Limit South Africa

New Daily Banking Limits – Starting 15 June, major South African banks are rolling out strict new daily withdrawal and transaction limits—leaving millions of account holders scrambling to understand the implications. Whether you rely on your bank for routine cash withdrawals, large EFTs, or daily card swipes, these new limits could significantly impact how you … Read more

South Africa’s Bold Move Against Shein’s Tax Loophole Could Change Online Shopping Forever!

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SA Targets Shein

Shein Tax – As South Africa grapples with economic recovery and local industry protection, a bold regulatory move has been launched targeting global fast-fashion giant Shein. This game-changing action, centered around closing tax loopholes used by Shein and similar online retailers, could drastically alter the landscape of online shopping across the country. Consumers have long … Read more

Starlink Faces Massive Regulatory Hurdles in South Africa – What Elon Musk Isn’t Telling You

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SA Internet Regulation

Starlink Faces Regulatory Hurdles – In a world increasingly reliant on digital connectivity, Elon Musk’s Starlink project has sparked both excitement and controversy. Promising fast, low-latency internet through thousands of satellites in low-Earth orbit, Starlink has already revolutionized remote internet access in parts of the United States, Canada, and Europe. However, as the service expands … Read more

Unexpected cold snap freezes parts of Eastern Cape – farmers and locals left struggling to cope

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Cold Snap

Cold Snap – The Eastern Cape is currently in the grip of an unseasonably harsh cold front, leaving parts of the province frozen and communities in turmoil. From rural farmlands to townships, residents have been battling plummeting temperatures, frostbite warnings, livestock losses, and infrastructure disruptions. This abrupt cold snap has sent shockwaves across the region, … Read more

Rare snowfall turns Drakensberg Mountains into a winter wonderland – but travel experts issue safety warning

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Snowy Travel Danger

Rare Snowfall – In an extraordinary and unexpected turn of weather, the iconic Drakensberg Mountains in South Africa have been blanketed by a rare and heavy snowfall, transforming the landscape into a breathtaking winter spectacle. While locals and tourists alike marvel at the stunning scenery, travel and safety experts are cautioning visitors to proceed with … Read more

Cape Town power outage planned on 12 June – Eskom confirms scheduled maintenance in northern suburbs

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Cape Town Sparks!

Cape Town Power Outage – Cape Town residents are bracing for a scheduled power outage on 12 June, as Eskom has confirmed planned maintenance that will impact several northern suburbs. This maintenance operation is part of Eskom’s ongoing effort to stabilize the power grid and address aging infrastructure. However, while the work is essential, it … Read more

Pretoria to experience extended blackout on 13 June – backup systems advised as transformers go offline

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June 13 Outage

Pretoria Blackout – Pretoria residents are being urged to prepare for a scheduled extended blackout on 13 June 2025, as critical transformer systems undergo planned maintenance and infrastructure upgrades. According to local authorities and Eskom officials, the city’s northern and central regions will experience widespread electricity outages for several hours, possibly exceeding 14 hours in … Read more