Podcasts about Sassa

Griffon Pheiffer, Acting GM at SASSA, speaks to Lester Kiewit about the ongoing frustrations shared by listeners, including long waits, being turned away in bad weather, and identity fraud delaying access to much-needed grants. Griffon addresses these challenges directly and explains what is being done to improve conditions at SASSA offices and speed up payments. Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit is a podcast of the CapeTalk breakfast show. This programme is your authentic Cape Town wake-up call. Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit is informative, enlightening and accessible. The team’s ability to spot & share relevant and unusual stories make the programme inclusive and thought-provoking. Don’t miss the popular World View feature at 7:45am daily. Listen out for #LesterInYourLounge which is an outside broadcast – from the home of a listener in a different part of Cape Town - on the first Wednesday of every month. This show introduces you to interesting Capetonians as well as their favourite communities, habits, local personalities and neighbourhood news. Thank you for listening to a podcast from Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit. Listen live on Primedia+ weekdays between 06:00 and 09:00 (SA Time) to Good Morning CapeTalk with Lester Kiewit broadcast on CapeTalk https://buff.ly/NnFM3Nk For more from the show go to https://buff.ly/xGkqLbT or find all the catch-up podcasts here https://buff.ly/f9Eeb7i Subscribe to the CapeTalk Daily and Weekly Newsletters https://buff.ly/sbvVZD5 Follow us on social media CapeTalk on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@capetalk CapeTalk on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ CapeTalk on X: https://x.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CapeTalk567 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Clarence Ford spoke to Rowen Ravera-Bauer of Ikamva Labantu about surviving winter on a SASSA pension and how the agency’s review is impacting the elderly. Views and News with Clarence Ford is the mid-morning show on CapeTalk. This 3-hour long programme shares and reflects a broad array of perspectives. It is inspirational, passionate and positive. Host Clarence Ford’s gentle curiosity and dapper demeanour leave listeners feeling motivated and empowered. Known for his love of jazz and golf, Clarrie covers a range of themes including relationships, heritage and philosophy. Popular segments include Barbs’ Wire at 9:30am (Mon-Thurs) and The Naked Scientist at 9:30 on Fridays. Thank you for listening to a podcast from Views & News with Clarence Ford Listen live on Primedia+ weekdays between 09:00 and 12:00 (SA Time) to Views and News with Clarence Ford broadcast on CapeTalk https://buff.ly/NnFM3Nk For more from the show go to https://buff.ly/erjiQj2 or find all the catch-up podcasts here https://buff.ly/BdpaXRn Subscribe to the CapeTalk Daily and Weekly Newsletters https://buff.ly/sbvVZD5 Follow us on social media: CapeTalk on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@capetalk CapeTalk on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ CapeTalk on X: https://x.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CapeTalk567 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Die DA in die Wes-Kaap veroordeel SASSA se toelaaghersieningsproses en noem dit 'n gebrek aan deernis wat kwesbare inwoners benadeel. Partywoordvoerder, Wendy Kaizer-Philander, sê bejaardes en werklose begunstigdes word aangesê om 'n maand later terug te kom vir hersienings, al het hulle die regte dokumentasie verskaf. Sy vra SASSA om persoonlike verifikasies op te skort, die proses te stroomlyn en op te hou om informele inkomste te straf:

Ray White speaks to Sibongile Simelane, Executive Director at the South African Responsible Gambling Foundation, as concerns mount over South Africa’s spiralling gambling addiction. More than R1.1 trillion has been lost not on food, housing, or education but on gambling, much of it online and via mobile phones. With even teenagers getting hooked, and reports of SASSA grants and loans being used to fund bets, the human cost is rising: debt, depression, and despair. As the gambling industry booms, we ask: who’s protecting the vulnerable? What role is the government playing? And what impact is this silent epidemic having on our already fragile economy? 702 Breakfast with Bongani Bingwa is broadcast on 702, a Johannesburg based talk radio station. Bongani makes sense of the news, interviews the key newsmakers of the day, and holds those in power to account on your behalf. The team bring you all you need to know to start your day Thank you for listening to a podcast from 702 Breakfast with Bongani Bingwa Listen live on Primedia+ weekdays from 06:00 and 09:00 (SA Time) to Breakfast with Bongani Bingwa broadcast on 702: https://buff.ly/gk3y0Kj For more from the show go to https://buff.ly/36edSLV or find all the catch-up podcasts here https://buff.ly/zEcM35T Subscribe to the 702 Daily and Weekly Newsletters https://buff.ly/v5mfetc Follow us on social media: 702 on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TalkRadio702 702 on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@talkradio702 702 on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkradio702/ 702 on X: https://x.com/Radio702 702 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@radio702 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Die Suid Afrikaanse Agentskap vir Maatskaplike Sekerheid sê 'n hersiening in samewerking met geregistreerde kredietburo's het 210 000 begunstigdes geïdentifiseer wat versuim het om ander inkomste te verklaar. Die hoof- uitvoerende beampte, Themba Matlou sê dit skend die Wet op Maatskaplike Bystand, wat tot opskortings of beëindigings van voordele kan lei wat moontlik die herwinning van oorbetaalde fondse insluit. Hy sê die hersieningsproses wil verseker dat slegs geldige ontvangers ondersteuning kry, dat openbare fondse beskerm word, en dat die integriteit van die stelsel behoue bly:

Bongani Bingwa speaks with Brenton van Vrede, Executive Manager for Grants Administration, South African Social Security Agency (Sassa), about their review of some pensioners missing their July payments after Sassa identified "additional income" in their bank accounts, and what would prompt the agency to recall people for a review. Bongani makes sense of the news, interviews the key newsmakers of the day, and holds those in power to account on your behalf. The team bring you all you need to know to start your day Thank you for listening to a podcast from 702 Breakfast with Bongani Bingwa Listen live on Primedia+ weekdays from 06:00 and 09:00 (SA Time) to Breakfast with Bongani Bingwa broadcast on 702: https://buff.ly/gk3y0Kj For more from the show go to https://buff.ly/36edSLV or find all the catch-up podcasts here https://buff.ly/zEcM35T Subscribe to the 702 Daily and Weekly Newsletters https://buff.ly/v5mfetc Follow us on social media: 702 on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TalkRadio702 702 on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@talkradio702 702 on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkradio702/ 702 on X: https://x.com/Radio702 702 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@radio702See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) says social grant reviews are being undertaken on targeted beneficiaries suspected of having additional sources of income that was not initially disclosed to the Agency. The agency says in April this year it announced ongoing scheduled payment delays to targeted social grants beneficiaries who need to visit local offices to confirm changes in their financial circumstances (if any), and update their personal details to address potential inclusion errors in the current social security system. Sakina Kamwendo spoke to SASSA Spokesperson, Paseka Letsatsi

Die Suid-Afrikaanse Agentskap vir Maatskaplike Sekerheid is besig met die finalisering van 'n biometriese identifikasiestelsel om sekerheid en integriteit in die administrasie van maatskaplike toelaes te verbeter. Die uitvoerende hoof van Sassa, Themba Matlou, sê dit is deel van die Tesourie se begrotingvoorwaardes vir 2025 wat op kostebesparingsmeganismes en verbeterde verifikasie aandring. Matlou sê die agentskap sal die nagaan van inkomste, biometriese kontroles, en inter-agentskap data-deling implimenteer. Hy bevestig dat Sassa verbind is tot deursigtigheid:

The South African Social Security Agency (SASSA)'s Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Themba Matlou, says social grant reviews that are being undertaken on targeted beneficiaries suspected of having additional sources of income that was not initially disclosed to the Agency. Matlou says In April this year, SASSA announced an ongoing scheduled payment delays to targeted social grants beneficiaries who need to visit local offices to confirm changes in their financial circumstances (if any) and update their personal details to address potential inclusion errors in the current social security system. SASSA Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Themba Matlou elaborates...

Clement Manyathela speaks to Paseka Letsatsi who is the spokesperson for the SASSA’s process of confirming the eligibility of its grant recipients. The Clement Manyathela Show is broadcast on 702, a Johannesburg based talk radio station, weekdays from 09:00 to 12:00 (SA Time). Clement Manyathela starts his show each weekday on 702 at 9 am taking your calls and voice notes on his Open Line. In the second hour of his show, he unpacks, explains, and makes sense of the news of the day. Clement has several features in his third hour from 11 am that provide you with information to help and guide you through your daily life. As your morning friend, he tackles the serious as well as the light-hearted, on your behalf. Thank you for listening to a podcast from The Clement Manyathela Show. Listen live on Primedia+ weekdays from 09:00 and 12:00 (SA Time) to The Clement Manyathela Show broadcast on 702 https://buff.ly/gk3y0Kj For more from the show go to https://buff.ly/XijPLtJ or find all the catch-up podcasts here https://buff.ly/p0gWuPE Subscribe to the 702 Daily and Weekly Newsletters https://buff.ly/v5mfetc Follow us on social media: 702 on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/TalkRadio702 702 on TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@talkradio702 702 on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkradio702/ 702 on X: https://x.com/Radio702 702 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@radio702See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

SASSA suspends pensions for extra income- Social grant recipients, who allegedly have additional income sources, have until the end of July to present their cases to the South African Social Services Agency .If not, their grants will be permanently cancelled and, depending on their circumstances, a fraud investigation will be opened. Thandi Henkeman from Black Sash spoke to Clarence about this story. Views and News with Clarence Ford is the mid-morning show on CapeTalk. This 3-hour long programme shares and reflects a broad array of perspectives. It is inspirational, passionate and positive. Host Clarence Ford’s gentle curiosity and dapper demeanour leave listeners feeling motivated and empowered. Known for his love of jazz and golf, Clarrie covers a range of themes including relationships, heritage and philosophy. Popular segments include Barbs’ Wire at 9:30am (Mon-Thurs) and The Naked Scientist at 9:30 on Fridays. Thank you for listening to a podcast from Views & News with Clarence Ford Listen live on Primedia+ weekdays between 09:00 and 12:00 (SA Time) to Views and News with Clarence Ford broadcast on CapeTalk https://buff.ly/NnFM3Nk For more from the show go to https://buff.ly/erjiQj2 or find all the catch-up podcasts here https://buff.ly/BdpaXRn Subscribe to the CapeTalk Daily and Weekly Newsletters https://buff.ly/sbvVZD5 Follow us on social media: CapeTalk on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@capetalk CapeTalk on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ CapeTalk on X: https://x.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CapeTalkSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

John Maytham speaks to MP Alexandra Abrahams, the Democratic Alliance Deputy Spokesperson on Social Development, about concerns that more than 2 million South African Social Security Agency grant beneficiaries might not be able to receive the grants in October. This after the Public Protector investigated allegations of undue delay by SASSA to assume management and control of the payment of social grants to beneficiaries, ineffective implementation of the grant payment system controlled by the South African Post Office, as well as the irregular appointment of the former SASSA CEO, Busisiwe Memela-Khambula. Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit is a podcast of the CapeTalk breakfast show. This programme is your authentic Cape Town wake-up call. Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit is informative, enlightening and accessible. The team’s ability to spot & share relevant and unusual stories make the programme inclusive and thought-provoking. Don’t miss the popular World View feature at 7:45am daily. Listen out for #LesterInYourLounge which is an outside broadcast – from the home of a listener in a different part of Cape Town - on the first Wednesday of every month. This show introduces you to interesting Capetonians as well as their favourite communities, habits, local personalities and neighbourhood news. Thank you for listening to a podcast from Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit. Listen live on Primedia+ weekdays between 06:00 and 09:00 (SA Time) to Good Morning CapeTalk with Lester Kiewit broadcast on CapeTalk https://buff.ly/NnFM3Nk For more from the show go to https://buff.ly/xGkqLbT or find all the catch-up podcasts here https://buff.ly/f9Eeb7i Subscribe to the CapeTalk Daily and Weekly Newsletters https://buff.ly/sbvVZD5 Follow us on social media CapeTalk on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@capetalk CapeTalk on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ CapeTalk on X: https://x.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CapeTalk567See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Grant fraud crackdown. SASSA is reviewing 210,000 beneficiaries who may have failed to disclose income. Africa Melane speaks to Paseka Letsatsi on what this means for social grant recipients, and how to stay compliant. Early Breakfast with Africa Melane is 702’s and CapeTalk’s early morning talk show. Experienced broadcaster Africa Melane brings you the early morning news, sports, business, and interviews politicians and analysts to help make sense of the world. He also enjoys chatting to guests in the lifestyle sphere and the Arts. All the interviews are podcasted for you to catch-up and listen. Thank you for listening to this podcast from Early Breakfast with Africa Melane For more about the show click https://buff.ly/XHry7eQ and find all the catch-up podcasts here https://buff.ly/XJ10LBU Listen live on weekdays between 04:00 and 06:00 (SA Time) to the Early Breakfast with Africa Melane broadcast on 702 https://buff.ly/gk3y0Kj and CapeTalkhttps://buff.ly/NnFM3N Subscribe to the 702 and CapeTalk daily and weekly newsletters https://buff.ly/v5mfetc Follow us on social media:702 on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TalkRadio702702 on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@talkradio702702 on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkradio702/702 on X: https://x.com/Radio702702 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@radio702 CapeTalk on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CapeTalkCapeTalk on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@capetalkCapeTalk on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/CapeTalk on X: https://x.com/CapeTalkCapeTalk on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CapeTalk567See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

SASSA Launches National Review Campaign to Prevent Grant Abuse by Radio Islam

Stephen Grootes speaks to Cheslyn Jacobs, Chief Commercial Officer at TymeBank, about the challenges of providing banking services to recipients of the Social Relief of Distress (SRD) grant, highlighting the impact of proposed verification fee hikes on financial inclusion and the sustainability of serving low-income individuals. The Money Show is a podcast hosted by well-known journalist and radio presenter, Stephen Grootes. He explores the latest economic trends, business developments, investment opportunities, and personal finance strategies. Each episode features engaging conversations with top newsmakers, industry experts, financial advisors, entrepreneurs, and politicians, offering you thought-provoking insights to navigate the ever-changing financial landscape. Thank you for listening to a podcast from The Money Show Listen live Primedia+ weekdays from 18:00 and 20:00 (SA Time) to The Money Show with Stephen Grootes broadcast on 702 https://buff.ly/gk3y0Kj and CapeTalk https://buff.ly/NnFM3Nk For more from the show, go to https://buff.ly/7QpH0jY or find all the catch-up podcasts here https://buff.ly/PlhvUVe Subscribe to The Money Show Daily Newsletter and the Weekly Business Wrap here https://buff.ly/v5mfetc The Money Show is brought to you by Absa Follow us on social media 702 on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TalkRadio702702 on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@talkradio702702 on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkradio702/702 on X: https://x.com/CapeTalk702 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@radio702 CapeTalk on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CapeTalkCapeTalk on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@capetalkCapeTalk on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/CapeTalk on X: https://x.com/Radio702CapeTalk on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CapeTalk567See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

National Treasury could withhold funds to the South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) if it finds that conditions attached to its budget allocation are not being met, and among those conditions is the verification of grant recipients; the Western Cape High Court is hearing the application by the City of Cape Town to evict dozens of people living in and around Hope Street Park in Gardens; the Sidewalks Specials team provide veterinary services for free every fortnight to the cats and dogs of De Doorns. John Maytham speaks to Barbara October of GroundUp News about these stories. Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit is a podcast of the CapeTalk breakfast show. This programme is your authentic Cape Town wake-up call. Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit is informative, enlightening and accessible. The team’s ability to spot & share relevant and unusual stories make the programme inclusive and thought-provoking. Don’t miss the popular World View feature at 7:45am daily. Listen out for #LesterInYourLounge which is an outside broadcast – from the home of a listener in a different part of Cape Town - on the first Wednesday of every month. This show introduces you to interesting Capetonians as well as their favourite communities, habits, local personalities and neighbourhood news. Thank you for listening to a podcast from Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit. Listen live on Primedia+ weekdays between 06:00 and 09:00 (SA Time) to Good Morning CapeTalk with Lester Kiewit broadcast on CapeTalk https://buff.ly/NnFM3Nk For more from the show go to https://buff.ly/xGkqLbT or find all the catch-up podcasts here https://buff.ly/f9Eeb7i Subscribe to the CapeTalk Daily and Weekly Newsletters https://buff.ly/sbvVZD5 Follow us on social media CapeTalk on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@capetalk CapeTalk on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ CapeTalk on X: https://x.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CapeTalk567See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

President Cyril Ramaphosa en ander regeringslui besoek die Oos-Kaap waar oorstromings talle lewens geëis het. Verbruikers moet hulle staal vir hoër rooivleispryse te midde van pogings om die uitbreking van bek-en-klouseer te bekamp. Tien van die elf beskuldigdes in die SASSA-bedrogsaak van miljoene rand is borgtog toegestaan.

Beskuldigdes wat na bewering R260-miljoen by SASSA gesteel het, verskyn in die hof. Ontvoerings in Gauteng neem toe. Hoe bang moet ons wees vir die nuwe Covid-uitbreking oorsee?

The South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) has identified over 200,000 social grant recipients who failed to declare their income. These individuals won't receive their June payments until their grants are reviewed. Affected recipients are urged to visit their nearest SASSA office within 30 days to comply with the Social Assistance Act. Elvis Presslin spoke to SASSA Spokesperson, Paseka Letsatsi, to discuss the implications and next steps

The South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) is cracking down on social grant beneficiaries who may be receiving income that they have not disclosed to SASSA. SASSA says about 210-thousand people have been identified through credit bureau checks. SASSA says it was acting in terms of the Social Assistance Act, which requires beneficiaries to declare all sources of income when applying for a grant and to report any changes after the grant has been approved. Sakina Kamwendo spoke to SASSA spokesperson, Paseka Letsatsi

Guest: Paseka Letsatsi | Head of communications for SASSA Zain Johnson speaks to Sassa’s Paseka Letsatsi about why over 200,000 social grant recipients will face payment delays in June. The agency says it's cracking down on undisclosed income and has launched a review process to protect the integrity of the grant system.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

GroundUp’s Marecia Damons spoke to Clarence Ford about South Africa’s social grant payment system that is finally under review. Views and News with Clarence Ford is the mid-morning show on CapeTalk. This 3-hour long programme shares and reflects a broad array of perspectives. It is inspirational, passionate and positive. Host Clarence Ford’s gentle curiosity and dapper demeanour leave listeners feeling motivated and empowered. Known for his love of jazz and golf, Clarrie covers a range of themes including relationships, heritage and philosophy. Popular segments include Barbs’ Wire at 9:30am (Mon-Thurs) and The Naked Scientist at 9:30 on Fridays. Thank you for listening to a podcast from Views & News with Clarence Ford Listen live on Primedia+ weekdays between 09:00 and 12:00 (SA Time) to Views and News with Clarence Ford broadcast on CapeTalk https://buff.ly/NnFM3Nk For more from the show go to https://buff.ly/erjiQj2 or find all the catch-up podcasts here https://buff.ly/BdpaXRn Subscribe to the CapeTalk Daily and Weekly Newsletters https://buff.ly/sbvVZD5 Follow us on social media: CapeTalk on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@capetalk CapeTalk on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ CapeTalk on X: https://x.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CapeTalk567 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Die Suid-Afrikaanse Maatskaplike Sekerheidsagentskap het kommer uitgespreek oor die daaglikse verspreiding van fopnuus wat op sy dienste gemik is. SASSA se woordvoerder, Andile Tshona, benadruk daar is geen dubbele toelaebetalings vir Junie geskeduleer nie en ontken ook die bewerings oor nuwe pensioenreëls vanaf 10 Junie. Hy vra begunstigdes om slegs op amptelike kanale staat te maak en waarsku waninligting veroorsaak paniek asook vals hoop onder kwesbare Suid-Afrikaners:

With the court now pausing the VAT hike in South Africa, where will the money come from to plug the budget deficit? What happens to the two key bills the minister tabled alongside the framework? And what does this mean for you and your pocket? Phumi Mashigo breaks this down with Tara Roos, a sharp, young policy mind in Parliament as a researcher for various portfolio committees, founder of the Participation Project and So We Vote on IG, former UNESCO Youth Ambassador, and someone who's had a seat at the table on global youth and climate policy. Together they unpack the fiscal framework: what it really is, what Parliament actually voted on, and how it links to the controversial VAT proposal. They also examine the impact on social spending — including a potentially vulnerable SASSA grant. Is this a win for the public, or just a reshuffling of the same pressures under a different name? Join the conversation as they cut through the spin and follow the money! The Burning Platform

Joining Africa Melane to unpack the issue of SASSA payment delays, is Paseka Letsatsi, Head of Communications at SASSA, who explains how the agency is balancing payment delays with the need to clean up its system. Follow us on:CapeTalk on Facebook: www.facebook.com/CapeTalkCapeTalk on TikTok: www.tiktok.com/@capetalkCapeTalk on Instagram: www.instagram.com/capetalkzaCapeTalk on YouTube: www.youtube.com/@CapeTalk567CapeTalk on X: www.x.com/CapeTalkSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

CapeTalk’s John Maytham speaks with Postbank Chief Commercial Officer, Mr Thami Cele, about the decision to keep both SASSA Gold and Black Cards valid until further notice, after months of confusion and delays impacting millions of grant beneficiaries. Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit is a podcast of the CapeTalk breakfast show. This programme is your authentic Cape Town wake-up call. Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit is informative, enlightening and accessible. The team’s ability to spot & share relevant and unusual stories make the programme inclusive and thought-provoking. Don’t miss the popular World View feature at 7:45am daily. Listen out for #LesterInYourLounge which is an outside broadcast – from the home of a listener in a different part of Cape Town - on the first Wednesday of every month. This show introduces you to interesting Capetonians as well as their favourite communities, habits, local personalities and neighbourhood news. Thank you for listening to a podcast from Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit. Listen live – Good Morning CapeTalk with Lester Kiewit is broadcast weekdays between 06:00 and 09:00 (SA Time) https://www.primediaplus.com/station/capetalk Find all the catch-up podcasts here https://www.primediaplus.com/capetalk/good-morning-cape-town-with-lester-kiewit/audio-podcasts/good-morning-cape-town-with-lester-kiewit/ Subscribe to the CapeTalk daily and weekly newsletters https://www.primediaplus.com/competitions/newsletter-subscription/ Follow us on social media: CapeTalk on Facebook: www.facebook.com/CapeTalk   CapeTalk on TikTok: www.tiktok.com/@capetalk   CapeTalk on Instagram: www.instagram.com/capetalkza  CapeTalk on X: www.x.com/CapeTalk  CapeTalk on YouTube: www.youtube.com/@CapeTalk567  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Africa Melane speaks to Paseka Letsatsi, Head of Communications at SASSA, about the indefinite extension of the gold card deadline. With the black card rollout paused, millions can continue using their gold cards to access grants without disruption. What does this mean for beneficiaries—and what’s next?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

'n Staking dreig by Transnet. Sassa verleng goue kaarte se geldigheid tot 31 Mei en, 'n nuwe geitjie-spesie is in die Noord-Kaap ontdek.

Amy MacIver speaks with Dr. Alison Gillwald, Executive Director of Research ICT Africa, about South Africa’s big step toward digital transformation. What does the major upgrade to the Department of Home Affairs’ identity verification system mean for South Africans?” See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Klimaatsverandering bereik nuwe hoogtes in 2024, met sommige gevolge onomkeerbaar. Is 'n rentekoersverlaging vandag moontlik? Vandag is die laaste kans om van 'n SASSA goue kaart na die swart kaart oor te slaan.

Today on The Midday Report, host Mandy Wiener covers the latest news, including the postponement of the case against Duduzile Zuma-Sambudla. The case, which revolves around charges of incitement to commit terrorism and two counts of incitement to public violence tied to the July 2021 riots, has been rescheduled to 14 August. In other news, the attempted murder charge against controversial businessman Edwin Sodi has been removed from the court roll. Additionally, today marks the deadline for the SASSA card swap. The book of the week is The Mavericks: How Coronation, Ninety One, and Allan Gray Beat the Rest by Stephen Cranston. Listen live - The Midday Report with Mandy Wiener is broadcast on weekdays from noon to 1pm on 702 and CapeTalk.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Meer as 2.7 miljoen toelae-ontvangers moet na die swart Postbank-kaart oorskakel. Griffon Pheiffer, waarnemende algemene bestuurder vir Toelae by Sassa in die Wes-Kaap, bespreek die oorskakeling. Volg RSG Geldsake op Twitter

Today on The Midday Report, host Mandy Wiener covers the latest news, including updates on EMPD’s illegal protest which caused havoc on Johannesburg’s roads. She also gives an update on the February inflation numbers released by Stats SA. Meanwhile, the Health Minister claims that the private sector has distanced itself from the fight against TB. Former South African Airways (SAA) board member Yakhe Kwinana faces allegations of extortion, intimidation and malicious property damage. The DA is back in court over the ANC’s cadre deployment policy. Listen live - The Midday Report with Mandy Wiener is broadcast on weekdays from noon to 1:00 pm on 702 and CapeTalk.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today on The Midday Report, host Mandy Wiener covers the latest breaking news, including Gauteng Finance MEC Lebogang Maile delivering the provincial budget speech for the 2024/25 financial year. In other developments, CCTV footage has revealed a third suspect was involved in the murders of Cloete and Thomas Murray on 18 March 2023, two years after the incident. Meanwhile, nine SASSA employees have appeared in court in connection with card fraud. The Department of Forestry, Fisheries, and the Environment also provides an update as South African scientists trapped in Antarctica plead for help due to a violent team member. And, of course, there are the latest developments from the Joshlin Smith trial. Listen live - The Midday Report with Mandy Wiener is broadcast on weekdays from noon to 1:00 pm on 702 and CapeTalk.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Die Parlement se portefeuljekomitee oor Maatskaplike Ontwikkeling het die fluitjieblasers geloof wat steeds wetstoepassingsagentskappe inlig oor amptenare van die Suid-Afrikaanse Maatskaplike Sekuriteitsagentskap wat vermoedelik bedrog gepleeg het. Die komiteevoorsitter, Bridget Masango, sê die polisie het vier SASSA-amptenare by die plaaslike kantoor in Johannesburg aangekeer na hulle 'n wenk van fluitjieblasers ontvang het:

John Maytham speaks to Nikki Mbengashe, CEO of Postbank, to unpack the delays, whether all beneficiaries will be assisted in time, and what alternative solutions may be available after the cutoff date.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Cheslyn Jacob, Chief Commercial Officer at TymeBank, joins John Maytham to provide clarity on TymeBank’s SASSA grant offering. Following a previous discussion, he returns to explain the benefits, pricing model, and how grant recipients can sign up.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

John Maytham speaks with Wendy Kaizer Philander, DA Western Cape Spokesperson on Social Development, about the SASSA Switch campaign. This initiative has seen DA Councillors assist beneficiaries in transitioning from the old SASSA Gold Card to the Postbank Black Card or a bank of their choice. With over 16,000 people already helped, they discuss the challenges, impact, and public response to the campaign.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

John Maytham speaks to Bridget Masango, Chairperson of the Portfolio Committee on Social Development – to discuss the gold-to-black card exchange and the new deadline set for March 20th, 2025.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

John Maytham speaks with Minister of Communications and Digital Technologies of South Africa, Solly Malatsi, about the extension of the SASSA Gold Card to Postbank Black Card swap deadline. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ons praat met 'n politieke ontleder oor president Trump se telefoongesprekke met die presidente van Rusland en Oekraïne. SASSA waarsku dat die goue kaarte teen die einde van die maand verval. Op Wêreld Radiodag bespreek ons die gevare van Kunsmatige Intelligensie vir die radiobedryf.

John Maytham is joined by Paseka Letsatsi, the Head of Communications at the South African Social Security Agency (SASSA), to address the urgent issue of the approaching deadline for switching to the Postbank Black Card, set for February 28, 2025. Letsatsi warns that failure to make the switch could lead to significant disruptions in grant payments for beneficiaries and outlines the procedure for obtaining the new card to ensure a smooth transition. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Aubrey speaks to SASSA spokesperson, Paseka Letsatsi, to discuss the reasons behind the upgrade, the support available for those who may need assistance, and the potential impact for those who miss the deadline.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nikki Mbengashe – CEO, PostBank SAfm Market Update - Podcasts and live stream

This evening we look at the markets with Makwe Fund Managers, we speak to Old Mutual about the US president's recent executive order regarding South Africa and how it will impact trade, PostBank's CEO joins us to discuss the deadline for changing your Sassa card and the consequences if the deadline isn't met. We also speak to tech journalist Nafisa Akabor about changes in pricing for Microsoft Office and why SA users are moving away from the platform – and we look at making the most of your tax benefits when planning for your retirement with Alexforbes. SAfm Market Update - Podcasts and live stream

Nathan Geffen, Editor of GroundUp, joins John Maytham to discuss the flawed investigation into SASSA's SRD grant system. Geffen highlights how the investigation, costing R280,000, failed to address crucial questions about fraudulent applications and payouts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Pippa Hudson speaks to Bridget Masango, Parliament's Social Development committee chairperson, about whether they are satisfied that the state is doing all it can to address serious fraud and technical flaws in the SA Social Security Agency's grant application and payment system, as exposed by two Stellenbosch University computer science students.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Die Parlementêre Portefeuljekomitee vir Maatskaplike Ontwikkeling vra vir ʼn ondersoek na gebreke in die betaalstelsel van die toelae vir die Verligting van Maatskaplike Nood. Dit volg nadat twee studente van die Universiteit Stellenbosch in ʼn studie bevind het hulle is vir die toelae geregistreer sonder dat hulle ooit aansoek gedoen het. Minister Sisisi Tolashe het onderneem om binne 30 dae ʼn verslag voor te lê:

Dobbelary is nie net in Namibië 'n groot probleem nie. Rise Mzansi het Suid-Afrika se maatskaplike ontwikkeling-departement gevra om Sassa-begunstigdes te beskerm teen dobbel-verslawing. Hulle stel voor opvoedings- en beradingsprogramme word geskep vir maatskaplike toelae-ontvangers met dobbelprobleme. Kosmos 94.1 Nuus het gesels met oud-ombudsman advokaat John Walters, wat sê dobbelary is 'n verslawing en 'n goeie dobbelaar weet wanneer om op te hou.

Rise Mzansi vra die Departement van Maatskaplike Ontwikkeling om ontvangers van Suid-Afrikaanse Maatskaplike Sekerheidsagentskap-toelaes te beskerm teen verslawing aan dobbelary. Hulle moedig die departement aan om saam te werk met die Departement van Handel, Nywerheid en Mededinging om opvoedings- en beradingsprogramme te skep vir toelae-ontvangers met dobbelprobleme. Makashule Gana van Rise Mzansi sê die departement se gebrek aan 'n plan teen die groeiende kwessie raak kwesbare groepe wat afhanklik is van maatskaplike toelaes: