The South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) has announced an extension for the SASSA Gold Card transition deadline. This update is crucial for grant beneficiaries who rely on these cards for receiving their payments. Here’s everything you need to know about the new deadline, renewal process, and key precautions to ensure uninterrupted financial support. SASSA […]
The fate of over 4 million elderly beneficiaries relying on the April 2025 SASSA Older Person Grant remains uncertain. With less than three weeks left before the next scheduled payout, the South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) has yet to announce any official details regarding payment dates or annual grant increases for April 2025. Challenges […]
As of March 7, 2025, over 1.5 million South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) beneficiaries are required to replace their gold cards with the new black Postbank cards by March 20, 2025. Failure to do so will result in disruptions to their social grant payments. Understanding the Card Replacement Requirement The transition from the […]
The Department of Social Development (DSD) has initiated an appeal against a recent Gauteng High Court ruling that declared certain regulations governing the Social Relief of Distress (SRD) grant unconstitutional and invalid. This development has significant implications for the administration of the SRD grant, which provides essential financial assistance to millions of South Africans. Background […]
In light of the recent postponement of the 2025 Budget Speech due to disagreements over a proposed 2% Value-Added Tax (VAT) increase, the South African government is actively exploring alternative measures to address the fiscal shortfall. The proposed VAT hike aimed to generate approximately R60 billion to fund public sector wage increases, social grants, and […]
The South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) has announced that the current SASSA Gold Cards will cease to function after 20 March 2025. Beneficiaries must transition to the new Postbank Black Cards to ensure uninterrupted access to their social grants. This article provides a comprehensive guide on the transition process, benefits of the new card, […]
In 2025, the South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) is set to introduce the Black SASSA Card, a significant advancement in the distribution of social grants. This new card aims to enhance security, improve convenience, and integrate digital payment solutions for beneficiaries. What is the SASSA Black Card? The SASSA Black Card is an […]
Recent reports from Ground Up indicate that approximately 1.9 million recipients of SASSA gold cards must transition to the Postbank Black Card before the March 20 deadline. Postbank Acknowledges Transition Challenges Despite the set deadline, Postbank has admitted that it is unlikely to complete the migration process from the Gold Card to the Postbank Black […]
The South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) provides financial assistance to senior citizens through the Old Age Grant, ensuring that elderly individuals can meet their basic needs. As of March 2025, beneficiaries have received their grants as scheduled, and an increase is anticipated in April 2025. March 2025 Old Age Grant Payments SASSA has confirmed […]
As the March 20 deadline approaches, approximately 1.9 million South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) beneficiaries still need to migrate from the SASSA Gold Card to Postbank’s Black Card to continue receiving their grants without disruption. Private Bank Account Holders Are Not Affected According to Paseka Letsatsi, SASSA’s Head of Communications, individuals who receive their […]
