To help manage crowds and reduce congestion at payment points and ATMs, the South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) continues to use its staggered payment system, prioritizing Older Persons Grants first, followed by Disability Grants, and then Children’s Grants.

Official SASSA Payment Calendar (Q4 2026)

• Note for October: SASSA has allocated an additional review payment day on Wednesday, 7 October, for beneficiaries whose grants are subject to review or eLife certification.

Current SASSA Grant Amounts (2026)

Following the government’s grant adjustments, the standard monthly grant amounts remain as follows:

• Older Persons Grant: R2,400

• Disability Grant: R2,400

• Care Dependency Grant: R2,400

• War Veterans Grant: R2,420

• Foster Child Grant: R1,290

• Child Support Grant: R580

• What about the SRD Grant? The R370 Social Relief of Distress (SRD) Grant operates on a separate schedule and does not follow the standard three-day rollout. Beneficiaries of the SRD grant are advised to check their individual status online to confirm their specific payment dates.

Tips for Beneficiaries

• No Need to Rush: Beneficiaries are reminded that funds do not need to be withdrawn on the exact release date. Once the money is deposited into your account, it remains safe and available for whenever you choose to access it. Avoiding the queues on day one can save you time and hassle.

• Budgeting for the Festive Season: With December payments landing early in the month (starting 2 December), recipients can carefully plan their household expenses and festive preparations in advance.

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Here is a quick, engaging breakdown of everything making waves across the country right now—from interest rates to the latest pop-culture and business news.

1. Economy & Markets: SARB Hikes Rates as Inflation and Fuel Pressures Mount

The South African Reserve Bank (SARB) has officially raised its key interest rate by 25 basis points to 7.25%, pushing the rand to trade around R16.37 against the dollar, R21.68 to the pound, and R18.63 to the euro.

• The Reason: SARB Governor Lesetja Kganyago emphasized that steering inflation back down to the central bank’s 3% target is critical, especially as global oil prices hover above $102 a barrel.

• The Inflation Picture: Statistics South Africa reported that headline inflation edged up to 4.4% year-on-year in August. While this was lower than market expectations of 5%, soaring fuel prices in September and looming record highs for October threaten to push inflation even higher in the months ahead.

• Commodities: Alongside high oil prices, gold remains steady at $4,288.71 an ounce.

2. Entertainment & Media: DStv Overhauls Packages and Launches “Wethu+”

If you’ve noticed some changes on your TV screen, you aren’t imagining things. DStv officially rolled out a massive overhaul of its packages and launched a brand-new channel called Wethu+ on 17 September 2026.

• What is Wethu+? It’s a convenient three-in-one channel that combines the best programming from Mzansi Wethu, Mzansi Bioskop, and Mzansi Magic Music, giving viewers more of their favorite local content in one place.

3. Business & Industry: The End of an Era for ProNutro & Major KZN Road Upgrades

South Africa is preparing to say goodbye to a breakfast favorite, while major infrastructure investments push forward.

• Farewell, ProNutro: After 64 years, PepsiCo has decided to discontinue the iconic cereal in South Africa. Following public backlash over a formula change, the company tried—and failed—to successfully replicate the original taste, opting to pull the plug rather than compromise on quality.

• R52 Billion Infrastructure Push: The South African National Roads Agency Limited (SANRAL) is making steady progress on crucial N2 and N3 highway upgrades in KwaZulu-Natal. The N2 program includes 11 work packages valued at R19 billion, while the N3 upgrades represent another R33 billion investment in regional connectivity.

• AGOA Deadline Looms: Trade union Solidarity has warned that the United States is set to announce its eligible countries for the African Growth and Opportunities Act (AGOA) review at the start of November, ahead of the January 2027 implementation deadline.

4. Politics: Julius Malema Responds to Afriforum Case

In political news, Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) leader Julius Malema has hit back at his looming crimen injuria case. Malema claimed the legal action is driven by the right-wing organization Afriforum, stemming from public statements and social media posts regarding Jaco Pieterse, the former principal of Bergview College in Matatiele.

What are your thoughts on the latest interest rate hike and the discontinuation of ProNutro? Let us know in the comments below!

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According to officials, the affected products may be contaminated with several types of bacteria, including Pseudomonas aeruginosa, Pseudomonas putida, Pseudomonas monteilii, Serratia marcescens, and Serratia nematodiphila. If exposed through cuts, scrapes, or cracks in the skin, these pathogens can lead to infections—such as pneumonia and urinary tract infections—particularly in individuals with weakened immune systems.

Affected Brands and Distribution

More than 40 distinct hand soap products are impacted by the recall, which spans 15 states: California, Georgia, Illinois, Iowa, Maryland, Mississippi, Nebraska, New York, North Carolina, North Dakota, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Texas, Washington, and Wisconsin.

The recalled products were sold under popular brand names including:

• Assured

• Blumen

• DermaRite

• KleenFoam

• SofCare

FDA Classification and Consumer Advice

The FDA has officially classified the action as a Class II recall. This classification indicates that the use of the product could cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health problems, and that the risk of serious long-term health consequences is remote.

What consumers should do:

• Check the official FDA recall list if you suspect you have purchased any of the affected soaps.

• Immediately stop using the recalled products and discard them.

• Contact your place of purchase to inquire about a refund.

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Kudus has made three consecutive substitute appearances since returning to action following a long-term injury that kept him out of commission since January 2026. His comeback kicked off against Newcastle United late last month, followed by further appearances off the bench against Nottingham Forest and Everton.

Speaking ahead of Tottenham’s Carabao Cup tie against Liverpool, De Zerbi grouped Kudus alongside teammates Mateus Fernandez and Connor Gallagher as players still working to reach optimal fitness.

“Mat Fernandez, Connor Gallagher and Kudus are not in the best condition yet,” De Zerbi stated.

Tactical Role and Future Plans

Despite acknowledging his current fitness constraints, the Spurs boss expressed confidence in Kudus’s ability to impact matches in the final third as his recovery progresses.

“Kudus can play number 10, more offensive. The idea is to use the characteristics of the players in the first eleven,” De Zerbi explained.

The midfielder’s gradual reintegration will also be closely watched on the international front. Kudus was forced to miss Ghana’s 2026 FIFA World Cup campaign due to his injury, but he is widely anticipated to return to Black Stars contention later this month as the team kicks off their AFCON 2027 qualifying fixtures against Côte d’Ivoire and The Gambia.

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The initial public offering (IPO) puts roughly 3% of the Dangote refinery up for grabs. Dangote noted that the move is designed to allow ordinary Nigerians to share directly in the plant’s massive economic success.

A Historic Milestone for Nigeria

The state-of-the-art refinery, which commenced production in 2024 after more than a decade of development, stands as one of the largest single-train facilities of its kind in the world. It currently supplies over 70% of Nigeria’s domestic energy consumption—a monumental shift for Africa’s top oil producer, which historically had to export crude and re-import refined fuel due to a historic lack of domestic refining capacity.

The public response has been electric. Everyday citizens have rushed to participate, with many eager to secure a stake in the national energy giant. Isah Salisu, an investor who spoke to the BBC, shared that he withdrew 50,000 naira (£28; $37) from his savings to buy in, saying, “My hope is that my small money will one day grow big. I don’t want to miss out as many I know are also investing.”

Key Details for Investors

• Duration: The IPO will remain open for one month.

• Accessibility: The barrier to entry has been kept low, with a minimum purchase requirement of just 10 shares, costing approximately $4.

Expert Warnings: Opportunity Meets Caution

While excitement is running high, financial experts advise prospective retail investors to tread carefully.

Dr. Abdulrazak Ibrahim Fagge, an economy and business expert, told the BBC that while Monday’s launch is historic, first-time investors must be mindful of market realities. He cautioned that stock prices can fluctuate and dip, meaning investors shouldn’t put in money they might need in the near term.

“What prospective buyers, especially first-time buyers, should know is that they shouldn’t invest all their money or money they would need in a couple of months,” Dr. Fagge advised. “They should invest something they could do without for the next three, four, five years.”

He also issued a stern warning regarding opportunistic fraudsters looking to capitalize on novice investors navigating the formal stock purchase process for the first time, urging the public to deal exclusively with authorized, officially listed institutions.

With Aliko Dangote—currently boasting a net worth of around $28 billion according to Forbes—opening the door to public ownership, the next month will serve as a definitive test of retail investment appetite across the continent.

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Speaking to reporters on Sunday, Trump claimed the payouts were “going to happen — 100 percent.”

“I came up with the idea a while ago,” Trump said, arguing that “the people deserve it because they were treated so badly by the Democrats and by Biden.”

House Speaker Johnson Responds

While Trump is full steam ahead on the proposal—which he first announced at the GOP midterm convention—House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-Louisiana) offered a much more cautious, measured response during a pair of Sunday media appearances.

Appearing on CNN and NBC’s Meet the Press, Johnson acknowledged that any such payout would require congressional action, labeling the proposal a “creative idea.”

“Like every idea that the president comes up with — he’s a great idea generator — we’re going to process that in Congress and figure it all out,” Johnson said, declining to explicitly commit to delivering the checks.

Economic and Fiscal Concerns

The proposal, modeled after corporate dividend checks sent to shareholders with the caveat that the funds must be spent within the United States, carries an estimated price tag exceeding $1 trillion.

The staggering cost has already sparked quiet pushback and concern among fiscal conservatives and economists within the party. Critics and lawmakers have raised alarms over how a multi-trillion-dollar injection of cash would impact the national debt and potentially reignite inflationary pressures.

As the November midterms approach, the idea serves as a major talking point for the GOP base, even as party leadership navigates the legislative realities of bringing it to life.

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