SASSA Grant beneficiaries called to switch to Postbank black card
Postbank Black Cards are available from selected retailers, including Shoprite, Checkers, Usave, Pick n Pay, Boxer and Spar stores.
Engaging, Educating and Empowering Communities
Tag Social Development
Op-Ed: Let Us Honour Madiba’s Legacy Beyond 67 Minutes, writes Lawrence Mashabela
The greatest tribute we can pay to Nelson Mandela is not simply spending 67 minutes in service. It is making every day an opportunity to build a South Africa that reflects the values he lived and sacrificed for.
SASSA warns grant review beneficiaries of delayed August payments
After receiving their payment on the fourth payment day, affected beneficiaries are expected to visit their nearest SASSA office during August to complete the review process.
OP-ED: Mental Health is everyone’s business: Why silence is costing lives, writes Phetoho Maja
Good mental health allows people to contribute meaningfully to society, while poor mental health can rob individuals of their ability to work, learn and enjoy life.
Government to Review 350 000 SASSA Grants to Save R1.5 Billion
Beneficiaries are also legally required to report any significant changes in their financial, employment or marital circumstances.
Recovering Barber Restores Dignity and Hope to Johannesburg’s Homeless
Inspired by his own recovery, Steenveld hopes to establish a hairdressing training centre where recovering addicts can learn barbering skills and earn a sustainable income.
Gauteng Social Development tables R5.6bn budget focused on jobs, food security and vulnerable groups
The MEC said the budget was intended to address poverty, unemployment, food insecurity, substance abuse, gender-based violence and social exclusion.
SASSA confirms June 2026 SRD payment dates
Beneficiaries are urged to remain alert for scams and to use only official SASSA communication platforms when checking their grant status or sharing personal information.
Gauteng Marks World Elder Abuse Awareness Day
The department said the commemoration served as a reminder that protecting senior citizens is a shared responsibility and remains essential to building caring and inclusive communities across Gauteng.
MEC Nkomo-Ralehoko shares birthday at local children’s home
The MEC further reflected on the significance of her birthday, describing it as a moment to consider the legacy individuals leave behind and their responsibility towards future generations.
