New Retirement Age Confirmed in South Africa – Effective June 2025…

Having gone down in history, South Africa has confirmed new retirement-age provisions to become operative by the first week of June of 2025. This has been done in the context of the government’s wider implications for reforming South Africa’s social security and pension framework to reflect existing economic realities, life expectancy, and labor force trends. … Read more

Singapore Government Rolls Out $50 Transit Vouchers – Apply Before It’s Too Late…

As part of its ongoing effort to shelter the masses against inflation and high transport costs, the Singapore government has reinstated the Public Transport Vouchers for 2025. These vouchers are aimed at assisting lower-income households in meeting their daily commute expenses whilst fares have risen. Who Can Apply for 2025 Transport Vouchers The PTV scheme … Read more

South Africa Retirement Rules 2025: Essential Updates for Every Employee…

Looking ahead towards 2025, the South African retirement laws are undergoing drastic changes affecting employees as they plan for securing their financial needs on their own. Having their basis in the new regulations set up by the government and financial regulators, these are meant to enforce good retirement savings discipline and clarity on withdrawal procedures … Read more

$1,200 CRA Payment for Seniors: Who Qualifies and When You’ll Get It…

The Canadian government has announced the issuance of a one-time payment of $1,200 to low-income seniors who face greater challenges owing to the increase in living costs. This payment, administered through the CRA, is among other measures taken to support the vulnerable seniors in the country. There are several different aspects to learn about, including … Read more

Canada GST/HST Credit Increase 2025: See What You’ll Get Now

In 2025, the Canadian government is increasing the Goods and Services Tax/Harmonized Sales Tax (GST/HST) Credit to provide more meaningful financial relief for low- and modest-income individuals and families. This tax-free quarterly payment helps offset the cost of GST or HST paid on purchases, and the updated figures for 2025 reflect adjustments made in response … Read more