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Heavy rain and thunderstorm warnings have been issued by the South African Weather Service for the weekend. Saying residents should be ready and have their emergency kits packed, the warning further reads that with the movement of low-pressure systems expected across the country, heavy rainfall is anticipated to take place particularly in Gauteng, Mpumalanga, KwaZulu-Natal, … Read more

In South Africa, traditional retirement is given at 67 years. Increasingly, South Africans are reassessing this as a viable model. Instead of mindlessly retiring at 67, an increasing number of choices in the age for Social Security are being made to reflect sound financial planning, possible health outcomes, and other personal goals. Consequently, this has … Read more

The COVID-19 social relief response was funded for January 2026 to incentivize beneficiaries in receipt of certain grants that also provide financial assistance. Disbursement of at least two significant grants all in one the R350 SRD grant and the Older Persons Pension grant will take place in January 2026. These grants support different groups of … Read more

The South African Social Relief of Distress (SRD) grant has provided essential support to vulnerable individuals across the country, helping millions cope with economic hardship. As official timelines now indicate the grant’s phasing out, beneficiaries are watching closely to understand when support will end and how they should prepare for the transition. What the SRD … Read more

Older South Africans look to 2026 with little hope. The momentary bliss is perhaps enveloping them. For a few ill-fated residents, yet in hopes of having these old SASSA pension grants raised, the question must be illustrated. It seems rather clear that for many senior citizens, social grants make the highest percentage of their income … Read more

South Africans are elated about the confirmation of the year 2026 public holidays calendar, which would allow many opportunities for long holidays in that year. With the public holidays falling near the weekends, workers and families expect extended holidays without having to worry much about extra days off. The calendar provides a great opportunity to … Read more

South Africa’s social housing sector is facing mounting challenges that have pushed the system toward what many analysts describe as a “death spiral.” Once seen as a key mechanism for addressing urban housing shortages and improving living conditions for low-income families, social housing is now grappling with deep structural weaknesses. Dwindling Funding and Budget Constraints … Read more

South Africa’s Social Relief of Distress (SRD) grant programme is set to bring encouraging developments in 2026, offering renewed hope for vulnerable individuals and households relying on this crucial support. Recent updates have highlighted positive changes geared toward strengthening social support and easing financial pressure. Continued Support for Vulnerable Individuals One of the most significant … Read more

The South African Social Security Agency confirmed the payment dates for means-tested social grants for the year 2026, and it is clear that payment will be made on different days for the old age pension, disability grant, child support grant, and a grant for those seeking care, such as foster child and care dependency grants. … Read more