Postbank has launched the Mzansi Debit Card to provide affordable banking solutions to all South Africans. This new offering is available to beneficiaries of the South African Social Security Agency (Sassa) grants.
Sassa distributes several permanent grants aimed at assisting financially vulnerable individuals in South Africa.
Grants distributed by Sassa include the Older Persons pension grant, Disability grant, War Veterans grant, Care Dependency grant, Foster Child grant, Child Support grant, Child Support grant Top-Up and Grant-in-aid. Sassa is also responsible for the Social Relief of Distress grant, which we know as the SRD grant or R370 Sassa grant.
Postbank announced that the new black Mzansi Debit Card will replace the Sassa gold card, previously issued to social grant beneficiaries.
Sassa beneficiaries in Gauteng are encouraged to collect their new Sassa Postbank Black Card.
The initial rollout of the Sassa Postbank Black Card will begin in Gauteng, with card issuance facilitated at select Boxer and Pick n Pay stores across the province.
Pick n Pay Stores Issuing the New Sassa Postbank Black Card in Gauteng
- Katlehong - Sam Ntuli Mall
- Alberton - 31 Alberton Boulevard
- Johannesburg - Norwood Mall
- Atteridgeville - 49 Tlou Street, Atteridgeville, Pretoria
- Alexandra - Alex Mall
- Vosloorus - Vosloorus Centre, Sam Sekoati Avenue
- Bedfordview - Corner of Smith and Kirby Road, Bedfordview
- Benoni - Lakeside Mall
- Boksburg - East Rand Mall
- Vanderbijlpark - Vaal Mall
- Dobsonville - Corner Dobsonville & Elias Motsoaledi Road
- Soweto - Maponya Mall
- Krugersdorp - Kay West Centre
- Lenasia - Trade Route Mall
- Southgate - Southgate Centre
- Vosloorus - Chris Hani Crossing, Bierman Street & Brickfield Road
- Soweto - Diepkloof Mall
Boxer Stores Issuing the New Sassa Postbank Black Card in Gauteng
- Johannesburg - Cnr Plein and Twist Street, Noord
- Midrand - Boulders Shopping Centre, Old Pretoria Road
- Soweto - Blockchain Shopping Centre
- Pretoria - Station Square, Cnr Jacob Maree & Bosman Street
What To Bring To Get A New Sassa Bank Card
- Your ID.
- If you are collecting a grant on behalf of someone, please also bring the official SASSA proxy letter.
- Asylum seeker grant beneficiaries should bring the official approval letter from SASSA.
Your grants remain unaffected, and you will continue enjoying the same benefits you're getting from the SASSA Gold Cards. No one will be left behind. Stay tuned to your radio station for all important information regarding the New Postbank Card reissuing.
All About the New Sassa Postbank Black Card
The new card allows individuals to transact and make payments for goods and services without the need for cash. It also provides access to ATMs and Post Office branches nationwide for withdrawals and other transactions.
The Mzansi account, available exclusively to South African citizens with a valid ID, offers linked debit and credit orders to help manage monthly expenses. However, there are strict limits: account balances must not exceed R25,000, and daily withdrawals are capped at R5,000.
Additionally, customers may only hold one account of this type.
Postbank emphasizes the importance of secure banking for all, ensuring that deposits, including salaries, can be easily made and safely stored. The Mzansi Visa Debit Card offers a reliable and cost-effective banking option.
Individuals can visit any Post Office branch with their South African ID and proof of residence to apply for the Mzansi Debit Card
