With the cost of daily living rising across South Africa from groceries and utilities to transport and medical expenses pensioners dependent on grants from South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) are particularly vulnerable. A pension increase in 2025, therefore, could offer crucial financial relief to older citizens, helping them manage essentials and reduce economic strain. … Read more
In 2025, an increase for a disability grant of ZAR 2310 will be seen, providing much-needed financial relief to help people living with permanent disabilities. This development is brought about by ever-mounting cost of living, especially for medical costs, transportation and daily care requirements. This whole new amount is aimed at ensuring better assistance, and … Read more
South African homeowners are closing 2025 with a major financial breather as the R1,800 monthly bond relief program begins its next round of payments this December. With interest rates and living costs remaining high, many households have been struggling to keep up with mortgage instalments. This updated relief measure is designed to stabilise families heading … Read more
The Department of Basic Education has officially released the 2025 school calendar for December school holidays, allowing learners across SA to go on break. This is the traditionally longest school break, allowing families to stay together, travel, or take part in festive season activities. This includes schools closing earlier than usual to enable ample time … Read more
South Africa is preparing for one of its biggest road-law overhauls in years as new traffic rules take effect from December 2025. With rising accident rates, high drunk-driving statistics and widespread non-compliance on national roads, the government has moved to tighten enforcement. The updated regulations introduce a strict zero-BAC policy for drivers and significantly higher … Read more