Goodbye to 65: South Africa Considers Raising Retirement Age…

At present, South Africa is evaluating whether 65, the traditional retirement age, could be increased-making one of the largest possible changes for older workers in recent times. The talk arose as the government is weighing the long-term sustainability of pensions, life expectancy, and the growth in financial pressures on the country’s social security system. If … Read more

SASSA Festive Payout Calendar 2025: Early December Payments Announced…

SASSA has officially announced the upfront payouts for the December 2025 social grants that will be released earlier than usual to assist beneficiaries ahead of the festive season. The holiday season demands high expenses, from food, commuting, and family social activities, so the government has the tradition of releasing grants during early December. The information … Read more

South Africa New Licence Renewal Rules for 2025 Explained…

South Africa has instituted some important changes to the driver’s license renewal exercise with effect from 2025. The government is looking into the existing validity period of five years with interest in extending renewal cycles to possibly alleviate tension at traffic departments. The official announcements will be made closer to the time of implementation-provided they … Read more

New SASSA Grant Amounts for 2025 – What’s Changing for Beneficiaries…

In 2025, the government of South Africa confirmed a set of SASSA grants commensurate with significant changes affecting the social support system. This closure is directed towards increasing grant amounts, as well as revisiting eligibility rules and protection of vulnerable beneficiaries. Since non-State organizations have frequently accused the government of stinging on beneficiaries when prices … Read more