Health, Insurance, Finance & Employment Hub Skip to main content

Posts

Featured post

How to Change SASSA SRD Cellphone number 2024

SASSA is no longer allowing people to change their phone number on their website due to a number of reasons, including: •To prevent fraud and abuse. SASSA has seen an increase in fraudulent applications for the SRD grant, and changing the phone number can be a way for fraudsters to circumvent security measures. •To improve efficiency. SASSA is processing millions of SRD applications, and allowing people to change their phone number would add to the workload and make it more difficult to process applications quickly. •To ensure that beneficiaries receive important information. SASSA uses the registered phone number to communicate with beneficiaries about their applications, payments, and other important information. If the phone number is changed, beneficiaries may miss out on important information. If you need to change your phone number, you can do so by submitting an appeal on the SASSA website. You will need to provide your ID number, the old phone number, and the new ph
Recent posts

Fried fish recipe

Ingredients  6 Hake fillets  Ingredients 2 eggs ¼ cup milk ½ cup cake flour 1 tsp seven colours grill seasoning  1 tblspn black pepper  Sunflower oil or canola for deep frying Method by Zee thecook  Pat the fish dry with some paper towels. Beat eggs...Stir in milk. In another bowl mix flour and seasoning  Dip fish fillets in egg mixture; Coat each piece of fish, both sides, in the flour mixture and dust off any excess flour Heat oil....Add fish, make sure the oil is hot. The fish should sizzle when touches the oil. Fry until golden brown. When the fish is done remove and  drain on paper towels

Green beans and tuna salad

Recipe 500g green beans (blanched)  ¼ cup mushrooms ¼ Red, yellow and green peppers chopped 1 Tbsp olive oil 1 Tbsp Seven Colours Grill Seasoning 1 tin Tuna  ½ cup mayonnaise or any dressing of your choice 1 tbsp fresh parsley Method Blanch green beans  In a saucepan, bring water to a boil and salt it. Prepare an ice bath by combining cold water and ice cubes in a large bowl, and set aside Add the prepped green beans to the boiling water, and set your timer to 2-3 minutes. The green beans should be bright in color, crisp but tender at the same time. Remove from the saucepan, and plunge into the ice bath. Leave for 5 minutes, then drain...  On another sauce pan add olive oil, mushrooms, peppers, Seven colours grill seasoning, blanched green beans, mix everything together and remove it from the stove.  Let it cool... Then add tuna, dressing and fresh parsley. Tip:you can add cherry tomatoes  Enjoy!

Savoury Waffle Chicken Burger

Savoury Waffle Chicken Burger Ingredients For the waffles: 2 cups plain Flour 1½ Tbsp Baking powder 1 Tbsp Seven Colours Grill SeasoningTM 2 Tbsp Sugar 2 large Eggs ½ cup unsalted Butter ¼ cup grated Cheese 1 Tbsp fresh parsley 1 tsp Vanilla essence For the chicken: 2 Chicken breast fillets 1 Tbsp Seven Colours Grill SeasoningTM 1 tsp Paprika ½ tsp Garlic salt ½ tsp black Pepper ¼ cup Buttermilk ¼ cup Corn Flakes crumbs 2 Lettuce leaves 2 slices Tomato 2 rashers Bacon 2 slices Cheese  2 Tbsp Burger sauce Method For the waffles: Mix the dry ingredients in a bowl and set aside. In a separate bowl, mix the wet ingredients. Pour the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients and whisk until blended. Preheat waffle iron for 5-10 minutes. Once heated, spray with non-stick cooking spray. Scoop batter into waffle iron and cook for 4 minutes or until the waffles are golden brown and crisp. For the chicken : Season chicken fillets with Seven Colours Grill Seasoning, paprika, garlic salt and black

Penne pasta with meatballs

Penne pasta with meat balls is one of my go to comfort ultimate meals and this recipe is so easy and tasty  Step 1  Prepare the meatballs  1kg Ground beef mix ¼ cup breadcrumbs ½ cup grated cheddar cheese 1 tblspn seasoning of your choice  1 tsp olive oil  Combine all the ingredients in a large bowl.. Roll into balls and Bake for 20 minutes or until cooked through Step2. Cook 2 cups of penne pasta according to package directions, then drain and set aside  Step 3 Ingredients  ¼ cup mushrooms  ½ onion chopped  1tsp crushed garlic  ¼ cup green pepper  1 grated tomato 250ml fresh cream  1 tblspn seasoning of your choice Method  Fry onions, green pepper, garlic, cook until softened, add grated tomato (I added cocktail tomatoes) mushrooms and cook for 2 minutes Add fresh cream let it simmer for 5 minutes on a medium heat, now gently stir in the penne pasta and meat balls. Mix everything together with spatula. Add seasoning according to your personal preference. You can add cheese. Garnish wi

Beef curry recipe

Beef curry recipe INGREDIENTS 1kg stewing beef 1 onion, finely chopped 1 tsp minced garlic 1 cup plain yoghurt(optional)  1 tblsp tomato paste 1 tsp supreme curry powder 1 tsp rogan josh paste 1 stock cube ¼ cup cook in sauce Cape Malay curry Salt & pepper, to taste 1 cup water METHOD by Zee_thecook  Marinade beef with curry paste, plain yoghurt for 2 hours  Heat oil. Add the onions, garlic, currypowder, paprika, stir.. cook until onions are soft... Now add the meat to the onions stir over a medium-high heat for a few minutes. Add 1cup of water, stock cube & cover the pot with a lid, stirring occasionally, cook on medium heat for an hour... Then tomato paste, cape Malay cook in sauce stir and cook for a few more minutes or until cooked through.

Chicken mayo sandwich🥪

  Ingredients  6 slices bread  2 chicken fillets  1/2 tsp. Paprika  1 tsp. Spice of your choice  85g tuna  1 diced tomato  Lettuce sliced  1/2 onion chopped  4 tbsp. Nola Mayonnaise Original  1 tbsp. Habanero sauce  1/4 cup white and yellow cheddar cheese  Salt and pepper  Method  Season chicken fillets with spice of your choice and pan fry for 4-5 minutes then shred it. In a bowl combine chicken fillets, lettuce, tomato, onion, tuna, Nola Mayonnaise Original and habanero sauce. Spread mayonnaise on each slice of bread, spread chicken mayo filling and cheese over the it. Repeat the process….. Heat butter in a pan, place the sandwich and cook for 2 minutes each side or until golden brown

Cola Lamb Riblets

Ingredients 1 kg Lamb riblets 2 Tbsp Seven Colours Grill SeasoningTM 1 tsp Paprika 1 Tbsp Oil 2 knobs Butter ½ medium Onion, finely chopped 1 tsp Garlic 1 Tbsp Mixed herbs ¼ cup Sweet and sticky sauce 1 Tbsp Honey ¼ cup Tomato sauce ¼ cup Cola 1 Tbsp Lemon juice, freshly squeezed  1 tsp Hot sauce (optional) Method Season lamb riblets with 1 Tbsp Seven Colours Grill SeasoningTM and paprika. Heat a large saucepan over medium-high heat then add oil and 1 knob of butter, fry lamb riblets for 3 minutes per side until golden brown and set aside. In a saucepan add the other knob of butter and sauté onion and garlic until soft. Add dried mixed herbs, sweet and sticky sauce, honey, tomato sauce, Cola, lemon juice, remaining Seven Colours Grill SeasoningTM and hot sauce if using, stir to combine and bring to a simmer. Add seared lamb riblets to the sauce and let them simmer for 15-20 minutes on a low heat. Tip: Best served with mashed potatoes.

Caesar salad dressing

Make a rich and creamy caesar dressing to perk up lettuce, drizzle over cooked greens or enjoy as a tangy dip with crudités Ingredients 1 garlic clove 2 anchovies in oil 15g parmesan 5 tbsp mayonnaise 1 tbsp white wine vinegar Method STEP 1 Crush the garlic to a paste using a pestle and mortar, then mash in the anchovies – you can also do this with the edge of a knife on a chopping board. Spoon into a bowl and finely grate in the parmesan, then stir in the mayonnaise and vinegar. The dressing should be the consistency of yogurt – if it is thicker, stir in a few drops of water to loosen it. Will keep chilled for three hours.

Caesar salad wrap

Use leftovers from our garlic & parmesan breaded chicken with quick giardiniera to make this easy caesar wrap. It makes a great lunch on busy days Ingredients 1 small garlic clove, or 1 tsp garlic granules 2 anchovies in oil 4 tbsp mayonnaise 15g parmesan, grated 1 tsp Dijon mustard 2 tsp giardiniera pickling liquid 2 large flour tortillas 1 leftover garlic & parmesan breaded chicken breast, sliced (see recipe below) 1 romaine lettuce, roughly chopped 75g leftover giardiniera, roughly chopped Method STEP 1 Bash together the garlic and anchovies using a pestle and mortar to create a thick paste. Transfer to a bowl and stir in the mayonnaise, parmesan, mustard and a splash of the leftover giardiniera pickling liquid. Season with salt, pepper and a bit more pickling liquid, if needed. STEP 2 Spread the dressing over the tortillas, leaving a border, then dot over the sliced chicken leftovers, lettuce and the leftover drained giardiniera. Wrap up tightly, folding the ends in so ev

Garlic & parmesan breaded chicken with quick giardiniera

  Make breaded chicken for dinner served with giardiniera – Italian-style pickled veg. Any leftovers will make a great lunch the next day Nutrition: Per serving kcal: 571 fat: 17g saturates: 5 g carbs: 44g sugars: 14g fibre: 2g protein: 59g salt: 2g Ingredients 600g frozen vegetable mix of cauliflower, broccoli and carrots 150ml white wine vinegar 1½ tbsp caster sugar 1 tbsp dried oregano 4 tbsp olive oil, plus extra for the tray 200g dried breadcrumbs 100g plain flour 300g low-fat yogurt 4 tbsp milk 1 tbsp garlic granules 40g parmesan, finely grated 1 ½ tbsp dried mixed herbs 6 medium chicken breasts boiled new potatoes, to serve Method STEP 1 First, make the giardiniera (Italian style pickled veg). Tip the veg mix into a pan, pour over boiling water, bring back to the boil and cook for 4 mins until tender. Drain thoroughly and set aside. Return the pan to the heat and pour in 150ml water, the vinegar, sugar and 1½ tsp salt. Bring to the boil and when the sugar and salt have dissolve

SASSA R370 SRD Application in 3 Simple Steps

Eligibility: Ensure that you meet the eligibility criteria for the SRD grant before applying – MUST be unemployed with no means of income. Accuracy of Information: Provide accurate and truthful information to avoid delays or disqualification of your grant application. Follow-Up: Remember to always keep track of your application status through the method you used to apply or via the SASSA SRD website. Now when you’re certain you meet the above criteria, applying for the SRD grant can be done through various methods. Here are the steps for each method: Online Via The SASSA SRD Website Visit the Official SASSA SRD Website: Open your web browser and go to the SASSA SRD website (srd.sassa.gov.za). Select Category: If you’re a new user, choose a category between applying as a South African citizen or Asylum Seekers and Special Permit Holders. Get Started: Next, enter your cellphone number to verify with a One-Time Pin (OTP). Complete the Application Form: Fill in the online application form

How to Become a Yoga Instructor in 6 Steps

Transform your mind, body, and spirit with expert yoga instruction. Discover inner peace and harmony through our transformative yoga classes. Job Summary One of the oldest Cape Dutch Farm in the Winelands is looking for a Yoga instructor  Candidate requirements : •Grade 12 •Yoga certification with Yoga Alliance •Must Yoga be experienced and passionate about Yoga •Self motivated •Knowledge of mindful yoga •Must have a potential to assist in other activities such as gardening tours for guests •Afrikaans & English is mandatory

6 Effective Strategies for Rapid Weight Loss: Shed Pounds in Just One Week!

Losing weight in a week can be challenging, but there are some strategies you can try. Here are some tips to help you lose weight in a week: 1. Cut back on carbs : Reducing your intake of carbohydrates like bread, pasta, and rice can help you lose weight quickly. 2. Increase protein intake : Eating more protein can help you feel fuller for longer and reduce cravings for unhealthy snacks. 3. Drink plenty of water : Staying hydrated can help you feel full, and it's also essential for healthy digestion. 4. Exercise regularly : Incorporating cardiovascular exercise like running, cycling, or swimming into your routine can help you burn fat and lose weight. 5. Get enough sleep : Sleeping 7-9 hours per night can help you maintain a healthy weight, as lack of sleep can disrupt hormones that regulate hunger and metabolism. 6. Avoid processed foods : Processed foods tend to be high in calories and low in nutrients, so cutting them out of your diet can help you lose weight fast. Remember that

How To Apply For Teaching Assistant Jobs

The Department of Basic Education recently conducted a hiring spree, hiring young, unemployed, and qualified people to become education and school assistants(Teaching assistant jobs). The process resulted in nearly 300,000 unemployed youth finding lucrative work at government schools. Who Can Apply For a Teaching Assistant Job? The purpose of the Department of Teaching’s assistant job drive is to hire unemployed youth. For this reason, only those between 18 and 35 years of age can apply. Furthermore, applicants will have to have a National Senior Certificate (Matric) and not be receiving any government grant or assistance or in university, college, or currently receiving other training. If you meet these criteria and are placed at a school, you will be required to provide additional information to substantiate your qualifications and prove that you are a good candidate for the job. Then, once that information is received, you’ll be employed by the school for five months, where you’ll h

how does exercise improve muscle strength

When you exercise, your muscles are forced to work harder than they do during everyday activities. This stimulates your muscles to adapt and become stronger. Here are the ways in which exercise can improve muscle strength: 1. Muscle fiber recruitment : When you perform an exercise, your body recruits muscle fibers to perform the movement. Over time, this can lead to an increase in the number of muscle fibers that are recruited, which can improve muscle strength. 2. Muscle hypertrophy : Resistance training or weight lifting can cause micro-damage to your muscle fibers, leading to a process called muscle hypertrophy. This means that the damaged muscle fibers are rebuilt to become larger and stronger, resulting in improved muscle strength. 3. Increased neuromuscular efficiency : Exercise can improve the communication between your brain and your muscles, making your muscles more efficient at working together to perform movements. This can lead to improved muscle strength. 4. Improved muscl

A Cold Shower Every Morning Will Change Your Life Forever

Here Are The 9 Reasons Why You Should Take A Cold Shower Every Day  1. It reduces stress levels. 2. It boosts your immunity 3. It helps develop stronger will power 4. It helps in improving skin health 5. It helps in muscle recovery 6. It helps in weight loss 7. It helps with breathing 8. It helps maintain healthy hair 9. It helps with depression

Most Powerful Medicinal Plants and Herbs, Backed by Science

1 Mullein 2. Oregano 3. Peppermint 4. Osha Root 5. Plantain Leaf 6. Sage 7. Thyme

SASSA Joined Government of KwaZulu-Natal

Today, SASSA KZN has joined the Provincial Government of KwaZulu-Natal led by the Premier Ms. Nomusa Dube-Ncube to provide government services on wheels during the Freedom Month Activation Program at UMzumbe Municipality.

SASSA improving customer experience

  As a way of improving customer experience, SASSA officials from King Williams Town Local Office in Eastern Cape are assisting clients daily on the use of KIOSK.  The KWT office has a high customer footprint or long queues as more beneficiaries flock for SASSA services. According to SASSA EC Spokesperson, Tabisa Nodwayi- Mayaba the primary objective of assisting or training is to ensure more beneficiaries are trained and have knowledge of how the KIOSK operates.

Boost Your Heart Health with the Power of Blueberries: A Delicious Path to Wellness

blueberry heart health Blueberries have been found to be beneficial for heart health due to their high content of antioxidants called anthocyanins, which give the berries their deep blue color.  Here are some ways blueberries may benefit heart health: Lowering blood pressure: Several studies have found that consuming blueberries can help lower blood pressure, which is a risk factor for heart disease. One study found that consuming blueberries daily for eight weeks led to a significant decrease in both systolic and diastolic blood pressure. Reducing inflammation: Chronic inflammation is linked to many chronic diseases, including heart disease. Blueberries have anti-inflammatory properties due to their high content of anthocyanins, which may help reduce inflammation and lower the risk of heart disease. Improving cholesterol levels: High levels of LDL (bad) cholesterol are a risk factor for heart disease. Several studies have found that consuming blueberries can help improve cholesterol l