SASSA Grant Payment – Thousands of South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) beneficiaries across Gauteng are currently facing severe delays in receiving their monthly grant payments. This disruption affects critical categories such as Old Age, Disability, Child Support, and SRD R350 grants. The issue has sparked widespread frustration, especially among low-income households that rely on … Read more
Seniors Relief Bonus – Millions of South African pensioners may soon receive a much-needed financial boost as the government considers a R1,000 Seniors Relief Bonus to be paid in July 2025. This proposed once-off payment comes amid rising economic pressures, including food inflation, electricity price hikes, and healthcare costs affecting the elderly population. While the … Read more
SRD Grant Stopped – In a landmark policy shift, the South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) has officially confirmed the termination of the Social Relief of Distress (SRD) Grant, commonly known as the R350 grant, by mid-2025. This grant, which provided vital financial support during the COVID-19 crisis, will be replaced with a broader and … Read more
New Pension Grant Rules – Starting June 1, 2025, the South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) will implement a sweeping update to its Older Persons Grant and other pension-related assistance programs. With the aim of reducing fraud, increasing accountability, and streamlining disbursements, SASSA is enforcing a mandatory documentation update process for all current and new … Read more
Storm Red Alert – South Africa is bracing for one of the most dangerous weather systems in recent years as the South African Weather Service (SAWS) places Gauteng, KwaZulu-Natal (KZN), and Eastern Cape under a Red Alert storm warning. The forecast warns of extreme thunderstorms, flooding, and damaging winds between May 20 and May 24, … Read more
June 2025 Double SASSA Grants – In a significant move to support millions of South Africans, the South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) has announced that double SASSA grants will be paid out in June 2025. This major financial relief comes amid rising inflation, fuel hikes, and economic pressure affecting vulnerable communities. Beneficiaries across all … Read more
SASSA Grants – Millions of vulnerable South Africans may face temporary suspension of their SASSA grants starting in June 2025, as the South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) has issued a final notice for mandatory document submission. This verification process is part of a larger effort to eliminate fraudulent claims, update beneficiary records, and ensure that … Read more
Double SASSA Grant – In a landmark move, the South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) has confirmed that all grant beneficiaries will receive a double payment in June 2025. This will be the first time in history that such a large-scale financial relief package is being implemented across all social grant categories simultaneously. The double … Read more
SASSA Grant Released – In a much-awaited update, the South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) has officially released the R2,110 grant payment for May 2025. This latest disbursement comes as part of the government’s ongoing efforts to support low-income individuals, senior citizens, people living with disabilities, and vulnerable households across the country. Millions of beneficiaries … Read more
SASSA Confirms DA for Pensioners – In a major relief for South Africa’s senior citizens, the South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) has officially announced that over 7.8 million pensioners will now receive an upgraded R4,500 monthly pension, plus an additional Dearness Allowance (DA) in 2025. This increase is part of a broader initiative by … Read more