In response to the ongoing financial strain many households are facing, the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has unveiled a new round of summer cost-of-living payments. These payments will be distributed through the extended Household Support Fund, aiming to provide vital financial relief to thousands of individuals and families across the nation. The program … Read more
As December 2024 approaches, South African motorists are bracing for the next fuel price adjustment. Projections indicate that there could be some relief for petrol users, but diesel prices may see an increase. This article provides an in-depth look at the anticipated petrol price changes, the factors influencing these adjustments, and how they compare to … Read more
South Africa is currently navigating one of its most significant political transformations since the end of apartheid. Following the ANC’s loss of its majority in the 29 May 2024 general elections, the country is now facing complex coalition negotiations. As political parties work to form a new government, one point of common ground among them … Read more
The South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) plays a vital role in supporting millions of vulnerable individuals across the country by providing financial assistance through various social grants. These grants help pensioners, people with disabilities, caregivers, and other groups meet essential needs such as food, healthcare, and housing. In 2024, SASSA introduced two small increases … Read more
The Social Security System (SSS) in the Philippines has released updates for its Partial Disability Benefits program for 2024, ensuring enhanced support for eligible members. The program continues to provide financial assistance through either a monthly pension or a lump sum payment, helping members cope with the economic challenges caused by disabilities. Key updates include … Read more
The Philippines has taken a key step in its efforts to improve the pay of government employees through the Salary Standardization Law (SSL) of 2019 (Republic Act 11466). This program aims to ensure fair and gradual salary increases for public workers over several years. The second tranche, which will take effect on January 1, 2025, … Read more
The Singapore Workfare Income Supplement (WIS) scheme helps self-employed individuals (SEPs) and lower-income workers improve their financial stability. Introduced in 2007, this program supports those earning below a certain income level. By February 2024, the scheme had distributed more than S$10.5 billion, benefiting over 1,035,000 people. For Work Years (WY) 2023 and 2024, eligible SEPs … Read more
To help Singaporean citizens cope with the rising cost of living, the government launched the GST Voucher scheme in 2012. This scheme is especially aimed at supporting lower- and middle-income households. For the year 2024, the scheme was updated to ensure even more people can benefit, especially as inflation continues to drive up the prices … Read more
The South African Social Security Agency is a key part of the country’s efforts to support vulnerable citizens. It helps millions of people by managing and distributing social grants to those in need, reducing poverty, and improving economic stability. The agency’s work ensures that financial assistance reaches the individuals and families who depend on it … Read more
On October 7, during Elderly Filipino Week, a senior citizen shared a Facebook post claiming that all senior citizens in the Philippines are entitled to a ₱1,000 monthly pension. The message stated that regardless of existing pensions from the Government Service Insurance System (GSIS) or the Social Security System (SSS), every elderly individual would receive … Read more