Anele Zulu

Applied for South Africa’s Special COVID-19 Social Relief of Distress (SRD) grant in 2025 but got an “alternative income source identified” notification instead? This common SASSA declining reason requires you take action to appeal or reapply correctly to receive the R350 monthly funds. This guide clarifies why you may get the “alternative income source” decline … Read more

I’ve been talking to a lot of people about the SRD grant lately. Everyone wants to know if it’s going up. Well, I’ve got some good news to share! The Big Change: From R350 to R370 Yes, it’s true! The SRD grant did go up. Back in April 2024, the government raised it from R350 … Read more

The Moya messaging app has become a popular way for many South Africans to access services from the South African Social Security Agency (SASSA). This includes applying for and receiving the SASSA R370 grant as well as checking the SASSA Status of social grant applications. While Moya itself is not an official government app, it … Read more

Are you looking for a South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) office close to where you live? You’re not alone. Many people need help finding the right SASSA office for their needs. This guide will help you locate SASSA offices across South Africa and give you useful info about their services. Finding a SASSA Office … Read more

If you’re getting a SASSA grant but find it hard to collect it yourself, don’t worry! There are ways to make sure you still get your money on time. Whether you’re sick, too old to travel, or just can’t make it to the SASSA office, you have options. In this article I will walk you … Read more

Monitoring your SASSA grant balance allows beneficiaries to track available funds and transactions. However, frequently checking your SASSA balance using airtime can become expensive for grant recipients who rely on mobile phones. The good news is that SASSA provides a free USSD service enabling beneficiaries to check their SASSA balance without using any airtime. Yes, … Read more

Have you ever wondered how to get your SASSA grant if you don’t have a bank account? Are you worried that without one, you might miss out on your much-needed social grant? Do you find the whole process confusing and overwhelming? Don’t worry! I’ve got you covered. In this article, I’ll walk you through everything … Read more

Are you wondering when your next SASSA grant payment will arrive? As a beneficiary of the South African Social Security Agency (SASSA), it’s important to stay on top of your SASSA payment dates, whether you’re receiving a child support grant, an old age pension, or a disability grant. I’m here to help you understand how … Read more

Are you waiting anxiously for your SASSA grant? Wondering when that much-needed financial support will finally arrive? You’re not alone! Many South Africans ask, “How long does it really take to get a SASSA grant after applying?” Whether you’ve applied for the popular Social Relief of Distress (SRD R370) grant or another type of assistance, … Read more

Are you struggling to get your SASSA SRD R370 grant on time? Tired of long queues and travel just to collect your money? What if there was an easier way to receive your grant, right into your bank account? Have you considered switching to Nedbank for your SASSA payments? If you’re thinking about switching to … Read more