The South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) has initiated the nationwide transition from the older SASSA Gold Card to the more advanced and secure Postbank Black Card. With the 31 May 2025 deadline approaching, it
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In a significant move to support vulnerable South Africans, the government has introduced ‘Budget 3.0’, a mid-year fiscal revision aimed at enhancing social welfare programs. This initiative includes notable increases in South African Social Security
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Calls to increase the SASSA old-age grant to R5,000 per month have ignited a heated national conversation, as economic pressures continue to weigh heavily on South Africa’s senior citizens. During a presentation to Parliament’s Portfolio
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If you missed your SASSA payment in May 2025, you’re not alone—and more importantly, you’re not out of options. Thousands of South Africans depend on the South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) for monthly financial
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In a welcome move to assist elderly citizens, the South African government has confirmed a R1,000 bonus payment for seniors in July 2025. This once-off payment, provided through the South African Social Security Agency (SASSA),
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The South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) has issued an urgent reminder to all Old Age Grant beneficiaries: complete your Know Your Customer (KYC) update by June 30, 2025, or face suspension of your grant payments. This mandatory verification process
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If you’re a SASSA grant beneficiary, whether receiving the Old Age Pension, Child Support Grant, Disability Grant, or the R350 Social Relief of Distress (SRD) grant, keeping your banking details current is key to avoiding
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The South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) has officially debunked widespread rumors that double social grant payments will be issued in June 2025. These false reports, circulating rapidly, particularly across social media platforms, have been
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The South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) has recently raised alarms about a fraudulent scheme circulating on social media platforms. This scam falsely claims that beneficiaries will receive double grant payments or a new R700 grant in June 2025. South African Social
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Starting June 2025, the South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) will implement a significant increase in the Older Persons Grant, raising it to R4,500 per month, supplemented by a Dearness Allowance (DA). This adjustment aims to alleviate financial
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