South Africa Confirms R1050 Pension Boost for Seniors

South Africa Confirms R1050 Pension Boost for Seniors

South Africa’s government has officially approved an R1050 Pension Boost for elderly citizens, starting from June 2025. This development signals a strengthened effort by the state to reinforce senior citizen support as living costs remain a pressing concern. The raise will benefit recipients of the South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) grants, bringing a welcome … Read more

SASSA Gold Card Users Get Final Extension – Urgent Action Needed Before Cutoff

SASSA Gold Card Users Get Final Extension – Urgent Action Needed Before Cutoff

The South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) has officially announced the SASSA gold card last extension, giving millions of grant beneficiaries a limited timeframe to act before their cards become invalid. As of June  2025, this is the final window for all gold cardholders to update or switch their payment method to continue receiving grants … Read more