Thousands of social grant beneficiaries across Gauteng have until 31 August 2026 to replace their SASSA Gold Cards or risk losing access to their payments. Postbank has confirmed that the final phase of the migration to new Postbank Black Cards will begin on 29 April 2026, with no extensions expected beyond the deadline. The change directly affects grant recipients who still rely on Gold Cards for monthly payments, particularly in high population areas such as Johannesburg, Tshwane and Ekurhuleni, where demand for collection points is expected to increase.
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The South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) has urged grant beneficiaries to complete their annual e-life certification to prevent payment disruptions. The requirement affects millions of recipients across Gauteng and the rest of the country, particularly those who rely on monthly social grants for basic living expenses. SASSA said delays in completing the verification process could result in suspended or delayed payments, making timely compliance critical.
The South African Social Security Agency has confirmed April 2026 grant payment dates after weeks of uncertainty, affecting more than 19 million beneficiaries nationwide. The announcement follows delays linked to administrative approvals from National Treasury.
Millions of South Africans woke up on Tuesday fearing they would lose access to their monthly social grants. The worry centered on the Master Services Agreement (MSA) between Postbank and the South African Social Security Agency (Sassa) — the contract that allows beneficiaries to receive their grants through Postbank’s channels.
The South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) has confirmed a R10 increase in all social grants, effective from October 2025.…
Learn how to change your phone number for the SASSA SRD R370 grant. Step-by-step guide with requirements, FAQs, and fraud prevention tips.