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SASSA Grants Will Increase, Says Finance Minister

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Finance Minister, Tito Mboweni has confirmed that social grants will increase by below inflation rates of between 1.0 and 3.4 percent.

How To Reapply For SASSA Lapsed Temp Disability Grant

After lapsing the temporary disability grant, SASSA told all beneficiaries to reapply. This is how the reapplication process works. 

SASSA R350 Grant Extended By President

The R350 Special Covid-19 grant has been extended. This was announced by President Cyril Ramaphosa during his State of the Nation Address (SONA) on Thursday evening. 

Sassa R350 Grant To Expire Soon

Millions of South Africans applied for the R350 grant when it was first introduced in 2020, but now many will be left looking elsewhere for income as it comes to an end.

Sassa Making Progress With Temporary Grants

Sassa has reassessed more than 4000 Temporary Disability Grant applications since making the call for applicants to reapply. Regional Executive Manager of SASSA KwaZulu Natal, Themba Matlou made a few visits to local offices to check on the progress that was being made. 

Temporary Grant Applicants Can Appeal Sassa's Decision

Sassa has encouraged beneficiaries of the temporary disability grant to appeal the recent suspension of the grant. 

Sassa Suspends Over 200 000 Temporary Disability Grants

Sassa has suspended over 200 000 temporary disability grants. This has affected many applicants who applied for the grant due to illness or injury. 

Sassa To Replace Grant Cards This Year

Government is in talks to replace Sassa grant beneficiary cards. This comes after Sassa faced a security breach 2 years ago. 

SASSA Updates Beneficiaries On Plans For Festive Season

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SASSA's spokesperson, Paseka Lestatsi, has updated the nation on SASSA's plans for the festive season. He drew attention to payment dates and how they intend on keeping beneficiaries safe on collection days.

SASSA Releases Grant Payment Dates

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SASSA has announced the Social Grant payment dates for January 2021. Approved beneficiaries will receive their payments on the following dates...

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Thousands Still Waiting To Receive UIF Payments
Friday, June 18, 2021 - 4:07pm - Simbongile Makanda

The Unemployment Insurance Fund has hit some hurdles with rolling out TERS payments, as thousands of applicants have still not received any feedback. 

The UIF set up the Temporary Employer/Employee Relief Scheme (TERS) in 2020 in an attempt to give financial relief to businesses and workers who lost their income due to the Covid-19 lockdown. 

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Unisa Puts Hold On Issuing Of Certificates
Friday, June 18, 2021 - 3:05pm - Simbongile Makanda
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Unisa will no longer be issuing certificates to students. The university announced this on Thursday afternoon. 

Before this new change to the issuing of certificates, students would receive an SMS from Unisa informing them that their certificate is ready for collection. 

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Basic Education Minister To Hold Media Briefing
Friday, June 18, 2021 - 11:16am - Simbongile Makanda
Basic Education Minister Angie Motshekga

Basic Education Minister Angie Motshekga will be holding a media briefing this weekend.

The Minister is expected to speak on Saturday, 19 June at 2pm. The department released a statement saying the Minister will provide an update on the state of schools during the briefing.

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Teachers Can Expect Vaccines Next Week
Thursday, June 17, 2021 - 4:26pm - Simbongile Makanda
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After a few delays in the vaccine rollout for teachers, things are expected to be back on track soon. 

The National Health Department said Johnson & Johnson vaccines will be arriving on Friday afternoon at OR Tambo International Airport. 

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Learnerships are the key to optimising employability
Thursday, June 17, 2021 - 1:40pm
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Unemployment is a massive challenge that has been exacerbated by the Covid-19 crisis. With 55.75% of the country's youth unemployed, more focus should be placed on how youth can enter the job market without a formal tertiary qualification to contribute positively to the country's economy.

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