One of our readers, Brian, recently wrote to us asking, “I want to open a GoTyme Bank account for a minor child who is 14 years old.Is that possible?” Unfortunately, the answer is no, you cannot open a GoTymeBank (formerly TymeBank) account for a 14-year-old. To open a GoTyme Bank South Africa account, the applicant…
February is upon us, and many South Africans who depend on social grants are already planning their monthly finances. Knowing your SASSA payment dates for February 2026 helps ensure you’re prepared, whether you receive your funds into a bank account, onto a Sassa card, or at a pay point. In this comprehensive post, we’ll break…
Millions of South Africans rely on monthly social grants from the South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) for essential financial support. Knowing the precise payment dates is crucial for beneficiaries to plan their budgets and avoid unnecessary trips to payment points. You are here because you wish to find the SASSA grant payment dates for…
If you’re a beneficiary of South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) grants in South Africa, you’ve probably heard talk of the USSD codes used to check your status, balance, payment date and application details. In this post, we provide you with the USSD codes that you can use in this regard. We also show you…
If you receive a social grant from the South African Social Security Agency (SASSA), it is important to know how to check your SASSA status regularly. Whether you are waiting for your R350 SRD grant, a child support grant, an old age pension, or any other form of assistance, keeping track of your application and…
Capitec Send Cash is one of the easiest way through which to send money to loved ones around South Africa. This mobile money service is used by millions of people. It’s popularity rides on the fact that Capitec is the country’s biggest bank by far. In order for the recipient to withdraw their money, they…
It’s essential to ensure that all your South African Revenue Service (SARS) details are correct. That ensures your tax refunds or payments are correctly processed. Whether you’ve switched banks, closed an account, or opened a new one, it’s vital that SARS gets your updated banking information to avoid delays and complications. In this guide, we…
Getting a traffic fun is never fun, wherever you may be in the world. If you’re like many South Africans juggling a busy schedule, convenience is king — especially when it comes to dealing with those annoying traffic fines. Maybe you’ve received a fine on your windscreen, via SMS, or in the mail, and now…
TymeBank is known for its innovative digital banking approach. It prides itself as being South Africa’s foremost digital bank. As a customer, you will know that the bank uses SMS notifications to keep you informed about your account activity. While these notifications can be helpful, they can sometimes become overwhelming or inconvenient. This is something…
Capitec is South Africa’s biggest bank. One thing that we have noticed is that a lot of it’s customers are not able to properly identify their account numbers. Understanding your bank account details is essential for managing your finances effectively. A common question people have, especially with a growing bank like Capitec, is “How many…