The Government Employees Pension Fund (GEPF) has announced a groundbreaking change that will reshape retirement planning for South African public sector employees. Starting August 1, 2025, the mandatory retirement age has been increased from 60-65 years to 67 years, affecting approximately 45,000 workers initially and impacting the broader community of 1.2 million active GEPF members. … Read more
The South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) has announced significant changes to grant payment schedules for August and September 2025, affecting millions of beneficiaries across the country. These strategic shifts aim to streamline the payment process, reduce congestion at payment points, and ensure all beneficiaries receive their funds efficiently and on time. Understanding these changes … Read more
The South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) has officially released the payment schedule for August 2025, bringing essential financial relief to millions of beneficiaries across the country. SASSA has confirmed the payment dates for August 2025, with Old Age grants paid on 5 August, Disability grants on 6 August, and Children’s grants on 7 August … Read more
South Africa educators are celebrating a significant financial milestone as the Department of Basic Education has officially gazetted a 5.5% salary increase that took effect retroactively from April 1, 2025. This wage boost represents the culmination of months of negotiations between public sector unions and the government, bringing much-needed relief to teachers grappling with rising … Read more
The South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) has confirmed significant updates for August 2025, bringing welcome news to millions of beneficiaries across the country. With grant increases implemented to help beneficiaries cope with rising living costs, including higher prices for food, fuel, and electricity, the government demonstrates its continued commitment to supporting vulnerable communities during … Read more
The South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) has intensified its crackdown on illegal grant deductions, following a surge in complaints from beneficiaries about unauthorized deductions by insurance companies and funeral schemes. CEO Themba Matlou has strongly emphasized that SASSA does not authorize such transactions without explicit consent and urged victims to report incidents immediately. The … Read more
Breaking: The National Youth Development Agency (NYDA) and the South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) have officially refuted claims circulating on social media about a once-off R12 500 youth grant, labelling the information as false and misleading. Viral Misinformation Sparks False Hope This follows a viral video and several online posts alleging that the two … Read more
The South African Social Security Agency (SASSA)has officially increased the Social Relief of Distress grant from R350 to R370, providing beneficiaries with an additional R20 monthly bonus. This adjustment affects over 9 million South Africans who depend on this crucial lifeline for basic survival needs. President Cyril Ramaphosa reaffirmed the government’s commitment during his State … Read more