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South Africa’s Support for Senior Citizens: An Invaluable Initiative

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South Africa’s government provides financial support to eligible senior pensioners aged 60 and above through the South African Social Security Agency (SASSA). SASSA’s Older Person Grants offer a lifeline to citizens, permanent residents, and refugees who lack significant income. An asset test is enacted to determine eligibility, with successful applicants receiving retroactive payments from the date of their application. The South African government’s commitment to social justice is evident through its ongoing review and increase of the stipend, demonstrating its respect and care for the elderly population.

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Postbank Introduces Cardless Payment System for SASSA Gold Card Beneficiaries

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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.