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What is the youth employment intervention project in South Africa?

The Gauteng Department of Education (GDE) has finally came through for everyone interested in the teacher assistant posts. The GDE shared the highly anticipated information through its social platforms for the interested candidates to apply.   How do I get a job as a teaching assistant? The teacher assistant posts have been a topical issue within the education sector as unemployment in the country hits the youth hard. These posts are being...

Who Qualifies For BEEI School Assistant Jobs?

Applications to work as School and Teacher assistants as part of the Basic Education Employment Initiative are now open. Here’s who qualifies for these teacher assistant jobs. You can now apply to work as an education assistant through the Basic Education Employment Initiative. This is the second round of the initiative which sees youths being hired to work in schools across the country as General School Assistants and Education Assistants....

How To Change Phone Number on SASSA SRD

You might find yourself wanting to update some of your details after applying for the R350 Social Relief of Distress (SRD) Grant. Here's how you can change your phone number. The phone number you use when applying for the grant is important, because SASSA uses it to communicate with you when your grant is ready for collection. If you no longer use the same phone number you provided when applying for the grant, you can follow these steps to...

SASSA SRD : How To Change Your Banking Details

The South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) has asked applicants to provide their banking details as this will result in the faster processing of their R350 grants. How to change your banking details If you are an approved beneficiary of the SASSA SRD R350 Grant and you want to change your banking details, follow the steps listed below. Step 1: Visit the SASSA website https://srd.sassa.gov.za/Step 2: Find the ‘How do I change my...

How To Apply For Education Assistant Jobs

Applications for education assistant jobs are now open for those hoping to be a part of the second phase of applications. This is part of the Basic Education Employment Initiative (BEEI), which is calling on young people to apply for a chance to fill over 287 000 education assistant vacancies. Applications opened on 27 September and will be closing on 3 October 2021. In order to apply, applicants must ensure that they meet the qualifying...

Find SASSA Contact Details Here

Having trouble with SASSA, wanting to find out information about your grants or wanting to have your questions answered? Here's how to contact them.Advertisement SASSA is responsible for administering social grants to the poor and vulnerable in South Africa. Grant applicants and beneficiaries might want to contact the agency, here's how. Regional Customer Care Numbers Kwazulu-Natal: 033 846 3400Gauteng: 011 241 8320North West: 018 397...

SASSA officially announced Grant Payment Dates For October 2021

ASSA has officially announced the dates that SASSA grants will be paid for the month of October 2021. SASSA grants assist various groups of vulnerable individuals with the newest grant being the R350 grant. The SASSA grant payment dates for October 2021 have been released, just in time as we approach the end of September and the beginning of October. The SASSA grant payment dates for October are: Older Person's Grants 5 October 2021This...

9.1 Millions Of Young People In SA Are Unemployed And Not Studying

The Centre for Development and Enterprise (CDE) has released a shocking report which reveals details about the youth unemployment crisis in South Africa. The reports said the CDE finding is evident of the country's July unrest, which led to the looting of businesses.  The CDE report revealed that 9.1 million young people in South Africa are without jobs and are not studying.  The CDE Executive Director, Ann Bernstein said youth aged between...

NSFAS Beneficiaries Sound the alarm Against Fake NSFAS Website

Sound the alarm! Another fake NSFAS website has popped up and it is important that beneficiaries know what to avoid and how to be careful. NSFAS often falls prey to these scams with NSFAS bursary holders oftentimes being the victims. NSFAS is now urging students to beware of a fake NSFAS student portal which could trick NSFAS bursary holders into giving away their personal information.  The website is nsfasstudentportal.xaun.co.za. Should...

Basic Education Warns Of Teaching Assistant jobs Fake Application Websites

There may be fake websites looking to steal your details when applying for the latest employment opportunity at the Education Department. Applicants are urged to be cautious and only apply through the website recommended by the department. The Department of Basic Education is calling on applicants of the Basic Education Employment Initiative to be aware of fake websites that may mislead you into giving them your personal details. The department...

Unemployed youth urged to apply for 300 000 assistant teaching posts

Unemployed youth have been urged to apply for assistant posts in the Department of Basic Education. In 2020, President Cyril Ramaphosa announced that almost 300 000 unemployed youth would be hired as teaching assistants in public schools. After a successful first phase, the second phase of applications has kicked off on Monday. Department Spokesperson, Elijah Mhlanga says people aged between 18 and 35 are encouraged to visit the Department of...

Where To Find SASSA Offices In The Western Cape

Do you live in the Western Cape and you're looking for a SASSA Office near you? We can help. Keep reading to find out where the SASSA offices in the Western Cape are. Advertisement The South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) provides financial relief in the form of social grants to South Africans who are vulnerable to poverty and in need of state support.  Are you looking for help with SASSA and need to find a SASSA...

Where To Find SASSA Offices In The Eastern Cape

Do you live in the Eastern Cape and you're looking for a SASSA Office near you? We can help. Keep reading to find out where the SASSA offices in the Eastern Cape are. Advertisement The South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) provides financial relief in the form of social grants to South Africans who are vulnerable to poverty and in need of state support.  Are you looking for help with SASSA and need to find a SASSA...

Where To Find SASSA Offices In Free State

Do you live in the Free State and you're looking for a SASSA Office near you? Well keep reading because we've listed the location of the SASSA offices in the Free State down below. Advertisement The South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) provides financial relief in the form of social grants to South Africans who are vulnerable to poverty and in need of state support.  Are you looking for help with SASSA and need to...

Where To Find SASSA Offices In KwaZulu-Natal

Do you live in KwaZulu-Natal and you're looking for a SASSA Office near you? Well look no further, because we've listed the location of the SASSA Offices in KwaZulu-Natal down below. Advertisement The South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) provides financial relief in the form of social grants to South Africans who are vulnerable to poverty and in need of state support.  Are you looking for assistance with SASSA and...

Who Qualifies For SASSA’s War Veterans Grant?

Do you want to apply for the War Veterans grant from SASSA but you're unsure of whether you qualify? Keep reading to find out whether you're eligible to apply for this social grant. Advertisement The South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) provides social grants to South Africans who are vulnerable to poverty and in need of state support. One of these grants is the War Veterans Grant.  The War Veterans Grant is geared towards...

Who Qualifies For SASSA’s Foster Care Grant?

If you're considering applying for the SASSA Foster Care grant but you're not sure whether or not you qualify? We have all the information you need to assess whether or not you are eligible for the Foster Care grant. Advertisement The South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) manages grants and allowances for groups in South African society needing assistance. One of these grants is the Child Foster Care grant.  The Child Foster Care...

Where To Find SASSA Offices In Limpopo

Are you living in Limpopo and you're looking for a SASSA Office near you? Well we can help. Find the location of the SASSA Offices in Limpopo below. Advertisement The South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) provides financial relief in the form of social grants to South Africans who are vulnerable to poverty and in need of state support.  Are you looking for help with SASSA and need to find a SASSA office near you? Here...

Who Qualifies For SASSA’s Care Dependency Grant?

Do you want to apply for the SASSA Care Dependency grant but you're not sure whether you qualify? Keep reading to find out if you're eligible for the SASSA Care Dependency grant Advertisement The South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) provides financial assistance in the form of social grants to South Africans who are vulnerable to poverty. One of these grants is the Care Dependency grant.  The Care Dependency is for those...

SMS Needed To Fetch R350 Grant Payment

Eventhough you might be in a hurry to fetch your R350 grant payment, SASSA has said that you can't just go fetch your grant. Keep reading to find out what needs to happen before you fetch your grant. Before SRD grant beneficiaries fetch their R350 grants, they first need to have received an SMS. If there is no SMS, it means that the grant is not available for collection yet. This SMS would tell the beneficiary that their SRD grant is ready...