First off, it should be noted that eligible individuals must be between 19 and 59 years and must be either unemployed or not receive any benefits from the UIF. Highly vulnerable children from poor households (such as households that do not receive any income from employment, pensions, or services) will also be considered permanent grant … Read more
The SASSA Old Age Grant increase from January 2026 brings renewed attention to financial support for older South Africans. As the cost of living continues to rise, adjustments to the Older Persons Grant remain essential for helping seniors meet basic needs such as food, transport, and healthcare. The January 2026 update is part of broader … Read more
The South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) announced the official social grant payment schedule for January 2026 on January 4, 2026, providing beneficiaries with much-needed clarity. With the January Month already here, pensioners, caregivers, and other recipients of social grants would indeed have enough time to plan their finances with certitude. This schedule has been … Read more
The increased amount of R1050 pension approved for seniors is an acceptable news for many elderly South Africans. The increase in pension is hoped to help seniors to manage the spiraling cost of living and everyday expenses. This information will be particularly helpful for individuals, especially those whose very survival is not possible on meagre … Read more
In 2026, there will be some significant changes in the way in which the driving test is conducted in South Africa, with the aim of increasing road safety and producing drivers more confident of their driving skills. The review of the current testing process has suggested that the whole drive, including real and realistic use … Read more
SASSA has alerted Capitec bank clients that the fraud warning is on top of the list and has advised the grant recipients to be very vigilant as the attacks from the part of the scammers will be escalating from January 2026 onwards. The announcement has been made due to the increasing number of cases where … Read more
The renewing of driving licences by South African motorists is going to change even more in the year 2026. The new process is heightened to ensure more safety on the roads and less fraud through all over the country. The pivotal effort is to streamline the licensing services in the country. The public is urged … Read more
Regarding the December CPI-adjusted pension values for SASSA beneficiaries, this increase is part of a series of interventions aimed at assisting vulnerable households with rising living expenses and extra seasonal costs. Payment is very important [underlined] for many families because the extra money helps immensely in the covering of food, transport, and other urgent needs … Read more
In light of the SASSA Festive Grant Schedule for 2026, beneficiaries become aware of what they must expect during the festive season for their December payments. December is a serious month for millions of beneficiaries from South Africa for their social grants to cover for food, transport, and family-related expenses. Provisioning for the exact timing … Read more
The South African Social Security Agency has confirmed an adjusted festive payout calendar for January 2026, offering early grant payments to support beneficiaries during the holiday season. This move is aimed at easing financial pressure as families manage higher expenses linked to travel, food, and essential household needs at the start of the year. Why … Read more