In 2025, the National Treasury warned #SASSA: ramp up grant reviews for compliance or lose funding. Last week, 70, 000 grants were suspended. Amid MP & researcher concerns, we dig into what this means. 👀 #explainsaywhat

South Africa just rewrote the rules of parenthood — literally. 👶🏽 All parents (biological, adoptive or surrogate) can now share 4 months + 10 days of parental leave. A huge step for equality at home and work. #ParentalLeave #Equality #ExplainSayWhat

Roedean vs King David wasn’t just about a tennis match 🎾 Leaked voice notes. Antisemitism allegations. Resignations. An investigation. But what about the students caught in the middle? We unpack what went wrong👇 #ExplainSayWhat

When the President delivers #SONA2026, it’s not about big promises — it’s about direction. With elections looming and service delivery under pressure, what he focuses on (and dodges) will matter. Here’s what to watch for 👀 #explainsaywhat

We’re so happy for Tyla’s #Grammy win, but the Best African Music Performance award needs to be re-examined. Critics argue it pits artists from diverse genres against one another. Is this fair to African artists? #ExplainSayWhat

The #BasicIncomeGrant has been delayed. Again. But are social grants just a safety net or an economic tool? Economist Dr Khwezi Mabasa says people aren’t unemployed by choice. Could expanding the SRD change more than we think? Welfare ≠ anti-development. #ExplainSayWhat

February hits… and so do campus protests. 🎓✊ NSFAS delays. Historical debt. No accommodation. More than a decade after #FeesMustFall — why are we still here? Temporary fixes every year. No long-term plan. And students are the ones paying the price. #Explainsaywhat

Why on earth did Cyril #Ramaphosa praise Zimbabwe's land reform policy? He played right into the hands of extremists, unfairly slamming South Africa's land policies. Here's why he said what he did, and why it's SUCH a bad idea! @verashni explains 👇 #ExplainSayWhat

Cat Matlala remains the central figure at the Madlanga Commission. Since he was first named, the shady businessman has been mentioned frequently. The president also announced another task team. Do you think the commission will actually lead to prosecutions? #explainsaywhat

#HelenZille wants to run Joburg. 👀 In Cape Town, she bagged awards + boosted infrastructure — but critics say she left poor communities behind. Blueprint for good governance or a cautionary tale? @verashni breaks it down for you. #ExplainSayWhat

SA just rewrote the rules for Uber & Bolt! They're meant to make rides safer, but could also fuel higher costs & taxi turf wars. Here’s what’s changing, and why it matters for riders and drivers. @verashni explains 👇 #ExplainSayWhat