Wednesday, April 16th, 2025
Old Age Grant will not be stopped in May
SASSA slams fake news
FAKE!
This is how the South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) described social media posts and screenshots claiming that the Old Age Grant will be stopped in May if certain documents are not updated by 30 April 2025.
SASSA released a statement on 16 April 2025 stating it noted the social media posts with concern and confirmed that the message was incorrect and fake.
“This message is mischievous, and we urge our beneficiaries not to panic, as no grant will be cancelled.
“If a grant needed to be reviewed at a particular time, SASSA will communicate this to the beneficiary whose grant is to be reviewed before any action is taken.
“The spread of fake news on social media platforms are very unfortunate and they create unnecessary panic to our beneficiaries, particularly the vulnerable and we urge everyone to stop sharing them.
“We appeal to our beneficiaries to only rely on credible sources of information on our official social media pages. Before anyone can share any information pertaining to social grants, they must first verify its authenticity to avoid disseminating false information that may cause anxiety and stress to our beneficiaries”, says Paseka Letsatsi, the SASSA National Spokesperson.
If you are in doubt about your grant please call SASSA toll free on 0800 60 10 11.
City announces first beneficiaries of major new project
It’s lights, camera, action for film fund
THE Cape Town Film Fund is ready to hit our screens.
The City of Cape Town has announced seven productions, including a feature film, two short films, two TV series, a reality TV show and an animated short film as the first beneficiaries of the Fund.
The aim of the Fund is to provide support to filmmakers whose projects spotlight the Mother City’s rich storytelling culture and cinematic potential.
It further aims to empower emerging and established filmmakers in the metro by supporting original content that amplifies local voices, promotes Cape Town’s diverse stories, and strengthens the city’s position as a global film and media hub.
The Fund will provide support in the form of finance or municipal services for film projects produced in Cape Town.
The selected projects for 2025 span different genres and themes, showcasing the depth and diversity of South African storytelling.
They are:
• Astory for Spelonk: A dystopian sci-fi action drama with commentary on water conservation and exploring themes of climate change through powerful storytelling.
• Crossroad Pictures for Sky City: A futuristic neo-noir short film exploring a dystopian world dominated by drone surveillance.
• Media24/Pop24 for Drukkoker: A 13-episode cooking competition showcasing local culinary prowess while also discovering Cape Town’s next restaurateurs.
• Two Oceans Aquarium Education Foundation for Wild Waterfront: A six-part documentary series showcasing the work of the Wildlife Management team at the V&A Waterfront.
• Triggerfish Development for Rosy Days: A series of 10 animated shorts following Rosy Days, from the award-winning Belly Flop, as she explores Cape Town
• Herstory Slate for The Multiverse of Auntie G: A short film romantic comedy that chronicles the life of a middle-aged woman that gets stuck in a rut and seeks spark and adventure.
• Quizzical Pictures for Cooper: A crime historical drama/murder mystery set in apartheid South Africa. Source: City of Cape Town News and Media