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Makhosazane Jiyane
As an SEO Content Editor with a background in journalism and digital media, I’m passionate about creating high-quality, engaging, and informative content that resonates with audiences and ranks well on search engines. With extensive experience in SEO content optimisation, website management, and digital publishing, I ensure each article is accurate, well-researched, and tailored to our readers’ needs.At Status Check, I oversee content creation and editorial direction, providing valuable resources for South Africans seeking career opportunities, education updates, government grants, NSFAS funding, and career development insights.My role goes beyond editing—I collaborate closely with writers, researchers, and digital strategists to ensure our content remains relevant, reliable, and impactful. Whether simplifying complex government policies, offering job-seeking advice, or optimising content for greater reach, I am committed to delivering information that empowers and informs our audience.I believe in the power of storytelling, data-driven insights, and digital innovation to reshape how information is shared and consumed. Through my work, I aim to make a meaningful impact—one article at a time."**
The SASSA Black Card is now available, and all social grant recipients must collect their new card before 28 February 2025 to ensure uninterrupted payments. To make the transition easy, SASSA and Postbank have partnered with major retailers and post offices across Gauteng, allowing beneficiaries to collect their new SASSA Black Card for free. Find your nearest SASSA Black Card collection site below and make the switch today. What to Bring When Collecting Your SASSA Black Card When visiting any of the collection points, ensure you have the following: Your South African ID (Green Book, Smart ID, or Temporary ID…
The South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) has announced that all SASSA Gold Cards will stop working after 28 February 2025. This means that all grant recipients using these cards must replace them with the new Postbank Black Card to continue receiving their social grants without any interruptions. If you are a SASSA beneficiary in Mpumalanga, you must act now and collect your new Postbank Black Card at one of the designated collection points before the deadline. Why Do You Need to Replace Your SASSA Gold Card? SASSA is replacing the old Gold Cards with the Postbank Black Card to…
Find out where to collect the new Postbank Black Cards in the Western Cape. Visit one of the listed stores to get your card today.
Looking for SASSA Black Card Collection Points in North West? Here is the updated list of outlets where you can collect yours.
Complete your SASSA Gold Card Replacement today to avoid disruptions in grant payments. Use USSD 120218*3# to locate a nearby outlet and upgrade to the Postbank Black Card for free.
South Africans are bracing themselves for yet another financial blow as the National Energy Regulator of South Africa (NERSA) has approved a 12.74% Eskom Electricity Tariff Increase, set to take effect from 1 April 2025. Unfortunately, this is not an April Fool’s joke—it is a harsh reality that will further squeeze already struggling households and businesses. This increase is part of a multi-year pricing determination (MYPD6), which includes a 5.36% increase in 2026 and a 6.19% increase in 2027. While these hikes are lower than the 36% Eskom initially applied for, they are still well above the current inflation rate…
The Reserve Bank has just made an important decision: they are lowering the repo rate by 25 basis points, which means the rate is now 7.5%. This is good news for everyone, especially families trying to make ends meet. It means loans might become a bit cheaper, and borrowing money from the bank will not feel as heavy on your pocket. Let’s break this down in a simple way. What Is the Repo Rate? The repo rate is the interest rate that banks pay when they borrow money from the Reserve Bank. Think of it as the Reserve Bank “lending…
Eskom CEO Dan Marokane announces a significant risk of load shedding this weekend due to recent unit breakdowns and depleted emergency reserves.
Need to replace your MTN SIM card? Follow this simple step-by-step guide to complete your MTN SIM swap process in South Africa.
Learn how to block your Lost FNB Card quickly when lost or stolen. Step-by-step guide using FNB App, USSD, online banking, and customer care.