The entertainment industry is a notoriously challenging field to navigate, especially for artists who are just starting. For performers, securing gigs often involves relying on connections and wordofmouth recommendations, which can sometimes lead to situations where artists are left without payment for their work, causing significant financial stress and hardship.
Postbank, a South African Post Office subsidiary, has launched a new system for SASSA Gold Card beneficiaries whose cards are expiring. The new system aims to simplify the payment process for social grant recipients, who can now receive payments at participating retailers using ID documents, SASSA Gold Card PINs, and cellphone numbers. This move is expected to reduce the queues for card replacements at Post Office branches. However, some concerns have been raised about possible challenges, particularly among older people or rural populations with limited access to technology and information.
