The South African public has been granted significant economic relief following the reversal of the proposed 0.5% increase in Value-Added Tax (VAT). This decision, officially …
In a significant policy shift, South Africa has extended the validity period of standard driving licences from five to eight or even ten years. Professional …
In 2025, the National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) has implemented substantial increases in student allowances, marking a pivotal shift in South Africa’s approach to …
South Africa joins the world in mourning the death of Pope Francis, a revered global spiritual leader who devoted his life to unity, compassion, and …
Every year on April 27, South Africa pauses to commemorate Freedom Day, a defining moment in its democratic journey. The day marks the anniversary of …
South Africa continues to grapple with entrenched structural problems that weigh heavily on its economy. Despite being Africa’s most industrialised nation, the country remains vulnerable …
The Social Relief of Distress (SRD) grant remains one of South Africa’s most critical support measures for individuals without income. Originally introduced during the COVID-19 …
The extension of the SASSA card replacement deadline to May 31, 2025, has brought much-needed reassurance to South African social grant recipients. Initially under pressure …
In early 2025, many South African citizens have found themselves uncertain about the status of the R625 grant, which forms part of the country’s crucial …
South Africa’s R1,370 social grant remains a crucial source of financial relief for low-income individuals and families navigating ongoing economic hardships. Administered by the South …