Sandeep Sharma 
In a significant move to expand the country’s social protection net, the South African government has officially launched a new R700 monthly SASSA grant starting in 2025. The announcement has brought a wave of relief for millions of financially vulnerable individuals and households, particularly those who have long fallen outside the existing social grant framework. … Read more
June 1, 2025, will mark the start of major changes in the South African pension system-from retirees in the public sector to those in the private one. The changes seek to increase the financial flexibility, implementation of good governance in funds, and better protection for the pensioners. Introduction to the Two-Pot Retirement System Other major … Read more
As of June 1, 2025, South Africa must usher in major changes to pension regulations to guarantee retirement security and offer contributors more flexibility. This is just one of the government initiatives to rejuvenate the current retirement system amid the economic challenges faced in terms of long-term saving. These changes are applicable to both private … Read more
In a much-anticipated move, the South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) has announced the introduction of a new monthly grant of R700 starting in 2025. This initiative is designed to provide financial relief to vulnerable individuals and families across the country who are struggling to meet basic living expenses amid ongoing economic challenges. What Is … Read more
In South Africa, through its social grant programs, SASSA supports millions of disadvantaged people. While moving into mid-2025, it has become imperative for beneficiaries to stay abreast with the payment dates and the updates concerning grant increases. What follows are months of May, June, and July 2025. SASSA Payment Dates, May to July 2025 SASSA … Read more
SASSA(South African Social Security Agency) announced that in the month of July 2025, there will be a special grant of R1000 paid for Seniors Relief. The intention is to provide additional financial support to senior citizens facing increased living costs. Eligibility Criteria To be eligible to receive the R1000 Seniors Relief Grant, the applicant needs … Read more
It was in the auto industry January 2025 when Maruti Suzuki presented its new avatar of its classic entry-level hatchback, Alto 800, at a basic price of just ₹3 lakh. Known for its reliability and affordability, and also for good mileage, the new-age Alto 800 now displays a fresh design facelift and boasts even better … Read more
Once again, Maruti Suzuki shook the Indian automotive market by launching a new variant of the Brezza, which car enthusiasts have nicknamed the “Mini Range Rover.” Priced attractively at just ₹6 lakh, this compact SUV exhibits premium styling that steel clicks from the world of luxury SUVs and delivers a gasoline mileage of 24 kilometers … Read more