August update

SASSA SRD Grant Raised to R400 – August 2025 Eligibility & Payment Guide

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SASSA SRD Grant Raised to R400 – August 2025 Eligibility & Payment Guide

Millions of South Africans will welcome the recent SASSA SRD R400 update, which officially raises the Special Relief of Distress (SRD) grant from R350 to R400 starting August 2025. This much-needed increase arrives as part of a broader August 2025 SRD grant hike announced by the Department of Social Development in response to the rising … Read more

New £250 UK Cost of Living Payment – August 2025 Eligibility & How to Claim

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New £250 UK Cost of Living Payment – August 2025 Eligibility & How to Claim

As the economic pressures of inflation persist, the UK government has rolled out a £250 UK cost of living payout to assist struggling households in August 2025. This payment, part of the new August benefit update, is designed to give immediate relief to those who are already receiving income-related benefits or tax credits. With energy … Read more