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The South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) and Postbank have announced that SASSA Gold Cards must be replaced with the new Postbank Black Cards by 28 February 2025. After this date, Gold Cards will no longer function for withdrawals, payments, or transactions. Beneficiaries can collect the Black Cards at designated Postbank sites, including major retailers…

The Social Relief of Distress (SRD) grant, introduced as a temporary measure during South Africa’s COVID-19 pandemic, has been extended multiple times due to ongoing socio-economic challenges. Currently set at R370 per month, the SRD grant is scheduled to run until March 31, 2025. However, whether it will continue beyond this date remains uncertain, as…