Melissa-Seané Sathekge

President Cyril Ramaphosa has renewed calls for reparations to address the lasting effects of colonialism and slavery in Africa.

Gauteng MEC for Education, Lebogang Maile, has announced a range of interventions aimed at addressing severe overcrowding in the province’s schools. 

Postbank has officially launched the final phase of replacing SASSA Gold Cards with new Postbank Black Cards, with the rollout set to begin on 29 April 2026.

SASSA is encouraging social grant beneficiaries to use its e-Life Certification self-service portal to complete their life certification quickly and conveniently.

The Department of Social Development has called for urgent and coordinated action to tackle South Africa’s youth unemployment crisis, urging all sectors to work together to create opportunities for young people.

The South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) has condemned the illegal practice of individuals “selling” queue positions at its offices, describing it as exploitative and unlawful.

President Cyril Ramaphosa has called for urgent reforms to reduce red tape and support small businesses, warning that municipal delays are holding back investment and limiting opportunities for township entrepreneurs. 

The South African government has reaffirmed its commitment to technical skills development following the graduation of 600 refrigeration and air-conditioning servicing technicians and 35 trainers.

Higher Education and Training Minister Buti Manamela has given more details about the progress made by administrators appointed to stabilise three of the Sector Education and Training Authorities (SETAs).

National Treasury has announced that a full review of the national skills ecosystem will take place in the coming year to improve how skills development supports economic growth.

The national Budget speech has confirmed that social grants are to increase in 2026 - and details have been released on what the new payment amounts will be.

Social Development Minister Sisisi Tolashe has called for urgent and bold digital action to tackle South Africa’s youth unemployment crisis.

South Africa’s official unemployment rate declined by 0.5 percentage points, falling from 31.9% in the third quarter (Q3) of 2025 to 31.4% in the fourth quarter (Q4) of 2025.

The Small Business Development Minister has warned that young people, particularly first-time job seekers, continue to carry the burden of economic stagnation.

Youth unemployment remains one of the most pressing challenges facing South Africa. Myende said the lack of job opportunities is stripping young people of their dignity.

Millions of people will receive grants from Sassa in 2026. Here's the Sassa payment dates for February 2026.

Millions of people submitted SRD grant applications for January 2026. Here's how they can check if they will receive an SRD grant payment this month. 

Thousands of applicants have been approved for SRD grant payments in January 2026. These beneficiaries have been urged to conduct a Sassa status check.

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.