From 08 January 2026, the older payment packages will be phased out by SASSA and replaced by new monthly grant amounts which stand at R2,090 to R2,310. The modification will affect millions of beneficiaries and echoes the ever-increasing call upon the government to cushion such individuals from the impacts of the ever-fleeting wage collapse and … Read more
The South Africa Social Security Agency made an announcement from the 10th of January, 2026, confirming an R1,420.00 top-up payment to people living with disabilities who receive social grants. Raising reaction across the country, this announcement confirms the extension of the financial resources for one of the country’s most vulnerable groups and furthers their prospects … Read more
A new seatbelt regulation will come into place for enforcement in the year that started on January 1, 2026. With stricter adherence and a standard fine of R500 for non-compliance, this move is part of the large-spectrum implementation of road safety reforms to eradicate serious bodily harm and fatalities and foster sustainable traffic safety measures. … Read more
The Social Security Agency in South Africa has informed SA on when Child Support Grants are to be paid in January 2026. For many parents and guardians of dependent children, the specifications of payment will be of great importance. The commission anticipated the Child Support Grant to be paid within the first week of January, … Read more
South African Social Security is set to release the complete payment schedule for the January 2026 R370 Social Relief of Distress (SRD) Grant. Thus updated guidelines for benefit recipients to prepare immediately are being released with the dates. The SRD grant has remained a guiding force for many of the vulnerable South Africans who do … Read more
The SRD payment increment announced for December 2025 illustrates the renewed attention being directed at social relief support for vulnerable South Africans. Those receiving the Social Relief of Distress (SRD) grant experience a frequent financial problem due to non or very low income. The increase in December, therefore, serves as aid during the festive season … Read more
The South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) has released the official payment schedule for January 2026, reflecting to beneficiaries the dates they will eventually receive their funds. Check dates and details for key grants of R2,090, R530, and R2,150 will help beneficiaries help plan their monthly household expenditure at the start of the new year. … Read more
An extensive change to everyday banking is to take effect on January 10, 2025, as South Africa introduces a cap on cash withdrawals, which will consequently be in effect for all ATM and debit card users nationwide. The system was stipulated by the banking authorities with the intention of ensuring better cash management, reducing opportunities … Read more
Things are really about to change in South Africa over driver licensing fees to become effective from January 2026. The Instagram message also saw the National Transport Department updating its charges for the learner’s licences, driver’s licences, card renewals, and upgrading. This new methodology was created to modernize and improve the drivers’ licensing framework while … Read more
The South African Social Security Agency has confirmed that, during the January 2026 payment cycle, a pension grant of R2,315 will be given to representing beneficiaries. This affirmation brought welcome relief to holders of calls, as old persons are concerned that monthly pensions just about keep their sanction at the start of the year. Full … Read more