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LATEST on amended May 2026 SASSA Older Person Grants
May 2026 SASSA Older Person Grants will go ahead after the Workers’ Day long weekend. Here’s the latest on agency amendments …

Woolworths’ Chuckles concern: Calls for president to ‘intervene’
A prominent politician has jokingly called for President Ramaphosa to intervene amid news Woolworths may discontinue Chuckles production.

Are schools closed next week? Department clears up public holiday confusion
A viral Facebook post suggest that South African schools will close next week due to two public holidays…

Basetsana Kumalo remembers special interview moment with Michael Jackson
Basetsana Kumalo revisits her unforgettable meeting with Michael Jackson as excitement builds around his new biopic.

SASSA grant recipient says elderly are neglected by government
A North West pensioner who has relied on the Older Persons Grant for more than five years says rising costs leave her struggling every month.

Don’t panic: Woolworths won’t run out of Chuckles chocolate
Popular South African retailer Woolworths will continue to stock the beloved Chuckles chocolate brand, for at least the foreseeable future.

Popular Kalk Bay eatery adopts NO dogs policy
Kalk Bay eatery Olympia Café and Bakery has announced a change to its pet policy, indicating that dogs are no longer be allowed.

‘Cameras will keep rolling at Mzumbe’ as season 9 gets extended
Mzansi Magic announced that indeed ‘cameras will keep rolling’ as season 9 of ‘Uthando Nes’thembu’ gets extended by four episodes.

SASSA grant recipient wants work to restore dignity
A Gauteng pensioner says the Older Persons Grant helps, but she believes part-time employment could transform lives for older South Africans.