Melissa-Seané Sathekge

Thousands of students applied for NSFAS bursaries but have been rejected from receiving funding. These students can submit NSFAS appeals. 

Millions of people are set to benefit from SRD grant payments during the final month of the 2025. Sassa has confirmed the December 2025 SRD grant payment dates. 

Chartall Business College has established itself as an innovative and modern provider of education and training. Whether individuals wish to upskill themselves or organisations seek to elevate their teams, the college offers something for everyone.

The G20 Leaders’ Summit has officially begun in Johannesburg, marking a historic moment as the event is hosted on African soil for the first time.

The Services Seta has opened their Special Projects application period which is available to companies and organisations that are running projects to support employment and development with targeted groups including youth, women and veterans. 

South Africa’s G20 Presidency has strengthened African representation on the world stage and accelerated global action toward a more inclusive and sustainable future. 

The official unemployment rate has decreased for the latest quarter, with 7 provinces showing an increase in employment. The growth was led by the Western Cape which recorded 70,000 additional jobs, and KZN with an additional 54,000 jobs. 

You can now apply for a Sassa grant online. Here's all you need to know about Sassa online grant applications. 

President Ramaphosa and Higher Education Minister Buti Manemela have concluded a State Visit to Switzerland - and come home with agreements to collaborate on vocational training, and form a university forum to increase collaboration. 

Deputy President Paul Mashatile has reiterated the government’s commitment to transformative economic policies, stressing that initiatives such as Black Economic Empowerment (BEE) remain vital in empowering Black-owned businesses and driving inclusive growth.

South Africa has reached a major milestone in its public transport renewal drive with the delivery of 300 locally manufactured train sets that will serve passengers through the Passenger Rail Agency of South Africa (PRASA).

There are millions of people who rely on Social grant payments in South Africa. Sassa is now paying SRD grants for October 2025.

The South African government has reaffirmed its commitment to Broad-Based Black Economic Empowerment (B-BBEE), describing it as a cornerstone of the country’s economic transformation agenda and a vital tool for achieving inclusive growth.

As South Africa’s matriculants prepare to write their final exams, Cabinet has extended its best wishes to the Class of 2025 ahead of the National Senior Certificate (NSC) examinations, which officially begin on 21 October 2025.

More than 100 South African Police Service (SAPS) trainees have successfully completed a key training programme that equips them to serve communities with integrity, discipline, and professionalism.

The South African government is calling on citizens to remain vigilant, responsible, and digitally aware to protect themselves from growing threats in cyberspace.

The National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) plays a vital role in supporting thousands of students at South African universities, including the University of South Africa (Unisa). For October 2025, NSFAS has confirmed how allowances will be paid to Unisa students.

Minister Buti Manamela has announced the appointment of new SETA Accounting Authorities, effective 30 September 2025, strengthening governance and aligning skills development with national priorities.

Millions of South Africans rely on social grants each month. Here’s when the South African Social Security Agency (Sassa) will pay grants in October 2025.

Millions of people rely on the Social Relief of Distress (SRD) grant to purchase basic goods and access basic services monthly. Sassa is now paying September 2025 SRD grants.