Social grant activist Elizabeth Raiters has called on the government to make Postbank services more accessible for beneficiaries and to extend the deadline for switching from the SASSA Gold Card to the Postbank Black Card. The deadline for completing the card swap is fast approaching, and concerns continue to grow over the challenges beneficiaries face. […]
The Social Relief of Distress (SRD) grant has been a crucial support system for millions of unemployed and low-income South Africans. Initially introduced in 2020 as a temporary relief measure in response to the COVID-19 pandemic, it has evolved into a long-term support program. Despite being initially intended to be short-lived, the SRD grant has […]
The SASSA SRD Grant (Social Relief of Distress Grant) continues to provide crucial financial support to many South Africans in March 2025. Amidst rising living costs and high unemployment rates, this grant plays an essential role in helping individuals who face financial hardships. Whether you’re applying for the first time or seeking to verify your […]
Social Development Minister Nokuzola Tolashe has expressed her dissatisfaction with the delays surrounding the Postbank card switching process, which continues to cause inconvenience for many citizens. The delay has led to long queues at various facilities, where individuals are still waiting for assistance. This ongoing issue is drawing significant concern from the Minister, especially as […]
