South African motorists may well face a dismal future as the first hints point towards a sizeable increase in petrol prices in February 2025. Rising global oil prices, a weakening rand, and local economic pressures culminate into a perfect storm of fuel price hikes that could seriously impact most households and businesses. What Motivates This … Read more
The SASSA has announced that the R370 social relief distress SRD grant will come into effect in January 2025, specifically for special permit holders. It is meant to assist an asylum seeker or a refugee to cope with the harshness of the economy. Here are all the details you need on payment dates and eligibility … Read more
In 2025, South African homeowners are going to save a lot of money in their mortgage repayments, thanks to the interest-rate cuts expected by the South African Reserve Bank (SARB). The amount saved monthly could be close to R1,400, which is a big help in a world where living costs continue to rise. The following … Read more
Towards the end of the Social Relief of Distress grant period by 2025, South Africa’s eyes are shifting toward the implementation of the Universal Basic Income system. The SRD grants that were instituted himself to help unemployed, vulnerable citizens during the unforeseen pandemic have now served millions across South Africa, with their much-anticipated end being … Read more
The Social Relief of Distress (SRD) grant still serves as a lifeline for many South Africans in 2025. However, pending applications have been turned down for various reasons. In case your application was declined, don’t lose hope; reapplying may help in getting approval through the right channels. Here is how to reapply and increase your … Read more
Grant applications were officially opened by SASSA for February 2025, and this is one of the most wonderful opportunities for financial relief among millions of South Africans. Now that you qualify for a SASSA grant, it is now time for you to begin to know the procedure of applying and keep your papers in order. … Read more
The announcement concerning the Uniform Disaster Relief (SRD) grant came at a very welcome relief to many South Africans at the year ring in, among other things, 2025. South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) has set a date for making an early payment of the SRD grant valued at R370 to enable beneficiaries to financially … Read more
“Until this time in 2025, South Africa hopes to unveil the much anticipated and long-storied Universal Basic Income Grant (UBIG) for adults aged 18-59, a flagship initiative of South African Social Security Agency or SASSA. It would not only be one of the major steps in addressing or working toward the eradication of economic inequality … Read more
South Africa is about to enter a new festive season and the country has rolled out some new traffic laws for road safety and accident reduction during the busy travelling period. Millions of people are expected to travel at this time to enforce more stringent application and increased penalties upon violation. Below is a detailed … Read more
From that year onward, 2025, a significant change is coming to South Africa’s retirement environment. With major government reforms meant to improve the financial security of those who retire, the following are the four main changes you need to know to keep yourself informed and plan well. 1. The Two-Pot Retirement System Coming into Full … Read more