The SASSA R700 Grant 2025 has sparked widespread discussions in South Africa, with many eager to learn about the eligibility criteria, application process, and payment schedule. Given the critical role of social grants in supporting economically vulnerable individuals, obtaining accurate information is essential. This article provides a detailed overview of the SASSA R700 Grant, including […]
The South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) continues to provide financial assistance to vulnerable citizens, including elderly individuals, people with disabilities, children, and foster caregivers. In 2025, the agency has announced incremental increases in grant amounts to help beneficiaries manage the growing cost of living. This guide covers the updated payment rates, eligibility criteria, application […]
The South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) offers a convenient online system for checking the status of Social Relief of Distress (SRD) grants, commonly referred to as the R370 grant. With millions relying on these grants for essential financial support, staying updated on application and payment statuses is critical. This guide explains how to verify […]
The South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) has released the payment schedule for the final grants of the 2024/2025 financial year, and several key updates are reshaping the landscape for grant beneficiaries. Notably, payment dates for March have been confirmed, a gold card replacement rush is underway, and recipients should prepare for upcoming April increases. […]
The South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) is approaching the end of the 2024/2025 financial year, with the final grant payments scheduled for March 2025. Amid ongoing discussions about potential increases and changes in the grant system, questions have arisen regarding whether any payments will be issued earlier than usual before the new fiscal period […]
The South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) has issued an important reminder to grant recipients to avoid withdrawing all of their funds in one go. Beneficiaries are encouraged to only take out what they need, as their grant money will remain in their accounts for future use. This advisory accompanies the announcement of the official […]
SASSA grant recipients now have an additional three weeks to replace their current cards with the new Postbank black cards, following an extension granted to facilitate the switch. Initially, the deadline was set for February 28, but due to feedback from beneficiaries regarding several challenges, they now have until March 20 to make the change. […]
Khumbudzo Ntshavheni, the Minister in the Presidency, has issued an important warning to all social grant recipients regarding their old SASSA gold cards. These cards will no longer be operational after 20 March 2025, and beneficiaries must exchange them before this date to continue accessing their grants. Extension of Deadline for Card Replacement In a […]
Postbank, in partnership with the South African Social Security Agency (SASSA), has issued a reminder to social grant recipients about the upcoming changes to their payment cards. Beneficiaries who have not yet switched to the new Postbank black cards will still be able to use their existing SASSA gold cards during the upcoming payment cycle […]
