SASSA has announced the official payment dates for December 2025, confirming that all social grants will be paid early in the month to give beneficiaries extra financial support ahead of the festive season. This early schedule ensures that millions of South Africans can prepare for holiday expenses, school planning, and household needs without delays. Confirmed … Read more
In recent weeks, many South Africans have seen online posts claiming that seniors will begin receiving a new R3,500 monthly pension from 5 December. These claims have spread quickly, especially on social media, raising hopes for a major boost in financial support. However, after reviewing credible information and official updates, there is no confirmation that … Read more
Many South Africans have been alarmed by claims that the national retirement age will increase to 65 in 2025. However, despite the rumours, no official change to the national retirement age has been implemented. The standard retirement age for many public-sector and private-sector employees remains 60, unless otherwise specified in their employment contracts or pension-fund … Read more
SASSA has confirmed the updated Care Dependency Grant amount for 2025, with beneficiaries receiving R2,310 per month. This grant is designed to support caregivers who look after children under 18 with severe and permanent disabilities that require full-time care. It remains one of the most important financial support mechanisms for families facing long-term medical and … Read more
The Department of Basic Education has released the final academic calendar for 2025, confirming that all public schools across South Africa will close for the December holidays on 11 December 2025. This marks the official start of the long summer break for millions of learners nationwide. December Holidays Begin on 11 December Learners will attend … Read more
A growing number of social-media posts have recently claimed that SASSA has approved a new R5,000 monthly pension grant for 2025. However, as of now, no official announcement confirms such an increase. The claim appears to come from online rumours and advocacy groups calling for higher pension support — not from SASSA or the South … Read more
Rumours have circulated on social media claiming that SASSA will issue double payouts in December 2025. However, based on all verified information available, there are no double grants scheduled for this month. SASSA will follow its standard single-payment structure, with each grant category paid only once. What is confirmed is the official December 2025 payment … Read more
South Africa is entering one of the most important traffic-law reform periods in decades. Beginning in 2025, several major changes will affect how fines are issued, how licences are renewed, and how driver behaviour is monitored. These updates aim to improve road safety, reduce court backlogs, and modernize the country’s traffic-management system. AARTO Rollout Begins … Read more
SASSA has officially released the updated payment dates and confirmed grant amounts for December 2025. With the festive season approaching and expenses rising, the early release of grant payments offers timely financial relief to millions of South Africans. Payments will once again follow a staggered schedule to ensure faster processing and reduced congestion at pay … Read more
SASSA has introduced new income rules that officially take effect on 1 December 2025, and these changes will directly impact who can keep receiving social grants. Under the updated means test, anyone earning more than R8,070 per month as a single applicant may now lose their eligibility for certain grants. This adjustment applies to both … Read more
