As South Africa’s families gear up for the holiday season with food prices climbing and economic strains intensifying, the government’s approval of the new R3,500 monthly support program for 2025 has become a game-changer for low-income households battling inflation’s 5.2% grip on staples like maize and vegetables. Launched as an enhanced Social Relief of Distress (SRD) grant under the South African Social Security Agency (SASSA), this R3,500 monthly payment—up from the R370 SRD—targets unemployed individuals and vulnerable groups, providing a … Continue reading R3,500 Monthly Support 2025: Apply Before December – Full Guide & Dates