The South African Social Security Agency (Sassa) has dismissed false social media claims that grant beneficiaries will receive double payments in June 2025. The widely circulated posts falsely suggest that beneficiaries will get double payouts for the month — a rumour Sassa has firmly refuted. “The information below is FALSE and did NOT originate from … Read more
The National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) continues to provide essential support to thousands of South African students through tuition coverage and monthly allowances. These allowances are disbursed in 10 instalments, typically from February to November, with no payments made in December or January. As the academic year moves into June 2025, NSFAS has confirmed … Read more
The South African Social Security Agency (Sassa) provides the Social Relief of Distress (SRD) grant to support financially vulnerable individuals. However, many applications are declined due to mismatched personal information, particularly names and surnames that don’t align with records at the Department of Home Affairs. To ensure you receive your May 2025 SRD payment, it’s … Read more
The South African Social Security Agency (Sassa) has issued an important reminder to Social Relief of Distress (SRD) grant applicants for May 2025: ensure your personal information is accurate and up to date, or risk having your application declined. Sassa distributes the R370 SRD grant to millions of financially vulnerable South Africans every month. To … Read more
The South African Social Security Agency (Sassa) has officially opened applications for the R370 Social Relief of Distress (SRD) grant for June 2025. If you are unemployed and in need of financial assistance, and you meet the eligibility criteria, this grant offers vital support to help you make ends meet. How to Apply for the … Read more
The National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) has confirmed that some students at Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) colleges are still waiting for their 2024 allowance payments. The delay, the scheme says, is due to technical challenges experienced during the transition of its direct payment system. What Caused the Delay? In 2024, NSFAS … Read more
The South African Social Security Agency (Sassa) has announced that some social grant payments for May 2025 will be delayed, affecting a specific group of beneficiaries. The agency urges those impacted to visit local Sassa offices to verify their personal details and update financial information to avoid suspension of payments. Why Are May 2025 Grant … Read more
Millions of vulnerable individuals in South Africa rely on monthly financial support from the South African Social Security Agency (Sassa). If you are planning to access a Sassa social grant in June 2025, it’s important to know how to apply, track your status, and ensure your payments are not delayed. Types of Sassa Grants Available … Read more
The Social Relief of Distress (SRD) grant, currently valued at R370, has been a critical source of financial support for millions of South Africans. However, not every application is approved — and many individuals are left frustrated when they receive a rejection notice. If your SRD grant application for May 2025 was declined, it’s important … Read more
The South African Social Security Agency (Sassa) has issued a warning that delays in identity verification could result in delayed SRD grant payments. With millions relying on the R370 Social Relief of Distress (SRD) grant, timely completion of the identity verification process is crucial for approved beneficiaries. According to Senzeni Ngubeni, Sassa’s spokesperson in Mpumalanga, … Read more