The South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) plays a pivotal role in supporting vulnerable communities by providing grants to alleviate the economic burden. Grants such as the older person’s grant, child support grant, and Social Relief of Distress (SRD) grant…
President Cyril Ramaphosa has officially signed the Electricity Regulation Amendment Act into law, with an important announcement regarding its full implementation. While the Act will officially come into operation on January 1, 2025, two key sections—related to the definitions of…
The South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) continues to provide essential financial support through the Social Relief of Distress (SRD) grant, now valued at R370. As December 2024 approaches, it’s crucial for beneficiaries to understand the payment schedule, eligibility criteria,…
The National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) has been a critical lifeline for financially disadvantaged students in South Africa, ensuring they have access to higher education and vocational training. For 2024, NSFAS continues to provide crucial financial support for students…
The Department of Social Development (DSD) recently announced that during the 2023/24 financial year, a staggering 19,137,524 core social grants were distributed monthly through the South African Social Security Agency (SASSA). These grants include Old-Age Grants, Childcare Grants, Disability Grants,…
SOUTH AFRICA, December 17, 2024 – The South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) has issued a critical alert to social grant beneficiaries about an increasing wave of fraudulent activities. Scammers are exploiting beneficiaries by using deceptive methods to steal personal…
The South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) introduced the R350 Social Relief of Distress (SRD) grant to provide financial assistance to vulnerable individuals, especially during challenging times like the COVID-19 pandemic. While many beneficiaries have successfully received their grants, some…
The South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) plays a pivotal role in providing financial support to vulnerable communities through a range of social grants. These grants target specific groups, such as the elderly, disabled, children, and caregivers, helping alleviate poverty…
If your Social Relief of Distress (SRD) grant application was denied, there’s no need to lose hope. The South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) provides a reapplication process for eligible individuals to address issues and try again. This guide covers…
The National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) plays a vital role in empowering South African students by offering financial aid to those from disadvantaged backgrounds. Among the beneficiaries are students from the University of South Africa (UNISA), a leading distance-learning…