The Social Relief of Distress (SRD) grant, administered by the South African Social Security Agency (SASSA), has been a crucial financial support mechanism for millions of South Africans since its inception in 2020. Initially introduced to mitigate the economic impact of the COVID-19 pandemic, the SRD grant is scheduled to conclude in March 2025. This … Read more
On Wednesday, the Pretoria North Regional Court decided to delay the fraud trial involving Salamina Khoza, a 70-year-old pensioner, until July 22. Khoza is accused of unlawfully receiving over R100,000 in monthly old age pension payouts from Sassa despite her companies being awarded police service tenders worth R60 million between September 2014 and August 2022. … Read more
In the 2025 Budget Speech delivered on March 12, Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana announced significant measures to strengthen South Africa’s social safety net. Central to these initiatives is the extension of the Social Relief of Distress (SRD) grant and the enhancement of various other social grants, reflecting the government’s commitment to alleviating poverty and supporting … Read more
The South African Social Security Agency (SASSA), in collaboration with Postbank, is undertaking a significant transition from the traditional SASSA Gold Cards to the new Postbank Black Cards. This migration aims to enhance security features and ensure the seamless distribution of social grants. As of early March 2025, approximately 1.9 million beneficiaries still need to … Read more
The Social Relief of Distress (SRD) grant in South Africa continues to see a significant increase in applications, with approximately 80,000 new applicants each month. This adds to the 9 million recipients already benefiting from the grant, according to Paseka Letsatsi, a spokesperson for the South African Social Security Agency (SASSA). Application Statistics As of … Read more
The South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) has officially confirmed that the Care Dependency Grant will be increased to R2,190 per month starting March 2025. This grant plays a critical role in assisting caregivers who provide full-time care for children with severe disabilities. Given the rising costs of healthcare and essential services, many families depend … Read more
The South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) has confirmed that the Care Dependency Grant will amount to R2,190 per month, effective from March 2025. This grant is vital for those who care for children with severe disabilities requiring continuous and special care. It’s essential for eligible caregivers to understand the qualifications, application steps, and payment … Read more