INFLATION TROUBLE FOR 2026 SASSA GRANT INCREASES
In an ironic twist, 2026 SASSA grant increases may be lower than expected due to the country’s much-improved inflation. You may recall that in 2025, social-welfare payouts increased by a sizeable 4.8%, in line with the preceding year’s inflation figure (5.3%). The same increases applied to civil servants and government workers. Therefore, by that same measure,…
SASSA SUSPENDS 70,000 GRANTS AMID NATIONWIDE REVIEW, SAVING R44 MILLION A MONTH.
The South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) has reviewed 240,000 social grants so far, with 70,000 suspended due to non-compliance. The agency is reviewing grants as part of efforts to improve the effectiveness, integrity, and efficiency of South Africa’s social assistance system. Speaking at a briefing on Thursday, SASSA CEO Themba Matlou said the review process aims…
MARCH 2026 SASSA OLD-AGE GRANTS
Next month’s March 2026 SASSA Old-Age Grants are the last to be disbursed at the current rate. That’s because Wednesday 18 February’s 2026 Budget Speech is typically when annual SASSA grant increases are officially finalised. And those are then paid from April onwards. Therefore, it’ll be status quo for March 2026 SASSA Old-Age Grants, paid…
HERE’S HOW MANY JOBS CASSPER NYOVEST CREATED IN 2025
Story by Moroba Moroeng While many measured the success of Fill Up Toyota Stadium by the number of attendees, Cassper Nyovest proved that the true impact of his concert lies in its power to stimulate the local economy and provide sustainable livelihoods. The Tito Mboweni rapper is still basking in his glory after delivering another world-class concert on 6…
SOUTH AFRICA WITHDRAWING MORE THAN 700 TROOPS FROM UN MISSION IN DEMOCRATIC REPUBLIC OF CONGO
South Africa has decided to withdraw its troop contribution to the United Nations Organisation Stabilisation Mission in the Democratic Republic of Congo (MONUSCO), ending nearly three decades of involvement in UN peacekeeping operations in the country. President Cyril Ramaphosa has informed United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres of the South African government’s decision, which was conveyed during…
GHANA RECALLS HIGH COMMISSIONER TO NIGERIA IN A RARE GOVERNANCE MOVE
President John Dramani Mahama has directed the immediate recall of Mohammed Baba Jamal Ahmed, popularly known as Baba Jamal, from his position as Ghana’s High Commissioner to the Federal Republic of Nigeria, following allegations of voter inducement during the National Democratic Congress (NDC) parliamentary primaries in the Ayawaso East Constituency. President John Dramani Mahama promptly…
SELF-CHARGING HYBRIDS, UNMATCHED LEXUS IS 300H F SPORT MODE BLACK
Introducing the Lexus IS 300h F SPORT Mode Black: the perfect blend between Japanese traditions of craft and new-world technology. It features a wood F SPORT steering wheel with heater, leather and ultra-suede seats, as well as black window door frames to finish off the sporty look. PANORAMIC VIEW MONITOR The IS offers passionate design…
KAIZER CHIEFS BACK WITH A FORMIDABLE SIDE TO CHALLENGE THE EGYPTIAN AL MASRY IN THE CAF ENCOUNTER
Kaizer Chiefs find themselves under renewed pressure following a 2-1 loss to Stellenbosch FC in the Nedbank Cup last 32, a result that quickly shifted the mood around the club. The defeat came just days after Amakhosi had taken confidence from a narrow but important 1-0 victory over ZESCO United in the CAF Confederation Cup….
GAUTENG LAUNCHES UMPHAKATHI MALL SMART LICENSING CENTRE IN RANDFONTEIN
The Gauteng MEC for Roads and Transport, Ms Kedibone Diale-Tlabela, officially unveiled the state-of-the-art Umphakathi Mall Smart Driver’s Licensing Testing Centre (DLTC) on Thursday, 05 February 2026, at Umphakathi Mall in Randfontein, within the Rand West City Local Municipality. The launch of the centre marks a significant milestone in the Gauteng Provincial Government’s ongoing programme…
AI IN AML: READING BETWEEN THE HYPE, THE WINS, AND THE REAL WORK STILL AHEAD
Few technologies have generated as much excitement in financial services as artificial intelligence (AI). In compliance and financial crime, the conversation has been relentless. AI as the answer to scale, cost pressure, talent shortages, and ever-more sophisticated criminal behaviour. Yet as we move into 2026, a more honest picture is emerging. AI has delivered real…
