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SASSA Issues Warning: No Tolerance for Fraud in R370 SRD Grants – Important Information for Applicants SASSA has taken a strong stance to protect public funds by declaring that no fraudulent applications for the Special Relief of Distress (SRD) Covid-19 grant , currently set at R370 , will go unnoticed. This decision follows recent reports of scams and ineligible claims affecting the system. On November 6, 2025 , SASSA highlighted that all applications are thoroughly reviewed. This process includes cross-checks with government databases to verify applicants' income, employment, and residency status.  With millions relying on this vital support, the agency is enhancing its anti-fraud measures, which include AI-driven audits and collaborations with law enforcement . If you’re applying for assistance, make sure your information is accurate: unemployed South Africans aged 18-59 with no other income qualify, but submitting false declarations could result in rejection or legal co...

Big Earnings? No SASSA Grants for You! The Global Buzz on Eligibility If your income reaches a certain level, you won't be eligible for the SASSA grants.  The SA Social Security Agency ( SASSA ) has started conducting the income review this year on May 2025, the agency basically started this process when it began implementing the new biometric security for SASSA (permanent) grants (like older persons grant applicants) and new applicants have already when through the process and this will help reduce fraud and help the Republic of South Africa (RSA) to save money.  The SA Social Security Agency (SASSA) altered the eligibility criteria for the grants without providing prior notice or issuing any form of notification. What SASSA Checks When Conducting the Income Review The following is what the agency reviews to confirm whether you qualify for the SASSA grant you are applying for: Assets : You will be required to provide information about your personal assets (like vehicl...

SASSA has announced an increase of R10 for all social grants in October 2025. Here’s what beneficiaries need to know. SASSA To offer some relief amid increasing living expenses, the South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) has announced a R10 increase in all social grants, effective from the October 2025 payments . This adjustment will see the old age grant rise from R2310 to R2320 , with similar increments for disability and child support grants . While the increase is modest, it comes at a critical time when inflation continues to bite into household budgets, especially for the over 19 million South Africans relying on these grants, backed by a whopping R267 billion allocation from the state. October payment dates are set: Older persons' grants on the 2nd, disability grants on the 3rd, and children's grants on the 6th. SASSA reminds social grant recipients to use official channels like Post Offices or bank ATMs to avoid scams , which are on the rise. This year, ...

SA Malaria Outbreak This article should be taken as a Breaking News update because it raises awareness about the recent discovery of the deadly Malaria disease in South Africa , where Malaria should not exist. SOUTH AFRICA: The Department of Health in Free State has confirmed 3 cases of malaria in the non-endemic Xhariep District , resulting in 1 death and 2 hospitalisations.  How the Malaria disease infected the individuals  The cluster raises particular concern because none of the affected individuals had recently travelled to a malaria-endemic country or region. The confirmed cases are all from the same family: a 53-year-old man who tragically died, a 50-year-old woman, and a 23-year-old man who is currently hospitalised at Mediclinic Bloemfontein , Free State, SA.  The Department of Health has stated that both surviving patients are in stable condition. Authorities are investigating whether Odyssean malaria , or airport malaria , is involved. This form of malaria ...

Richest Presidents In Africa this year 2025   Africa, a land of breathtaking landscapes and vibrant cultures, is also home to some of the world’s most resource-rich nations and its most impoverished populations. For many African leaders, politics is less about public service and more about personal enrichment. Corruption, opaque governance, and exploitation of national resources have allowed presidents and monarchs to amass wealth rivaling global billionaires. Here, we unveil the top 10 wealthiest African leaders in 2025 and explore how power translates into profit. Eritrea President 10. Isaias Afwerki – $120 Million Eritrea’s Isaias Afwerki, in power since 1993, presides over one of Africa’s most repressive regimes. Despite the country’s poverty and mass emigration, Afwerki controls state finances, funneling resources into his $120 million fortune. Critics label him a dictator, citing Eritrea’s lack of elections, free press, or constitution. Egyptian President 9. Abdel Fattah...