The COVID-19 Social Relief of Distress (SRD) Grant – also known as the R350 grant – is expected to be extended to the end of March 2024. This as government continues to consider options for a replacement for the grant with no decision taken yet on how the replacement will be financed. Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana announced the extension of the grant during his presentation of the Medium Term Budget Policy Statement in Parliament on Wednesday afternoon. “The SRD grant was introduced in May 2020 as a temporary measure to respond to the needs of the most vulnerable, who were affected by [COVID-19 induced] lockdown measures. It has been extended several times since then. Discussions on the future of the grant are ongoing and involve very difficult trade-offs and financing decisions,” he said. As a result of the extension of the SRD grants, other social grants – such as old age grants and disability grants – will increase lower than inflation. According to Treasury, the SRD grant is ex
There are many healthy options for lunch that can provide your body with the nutrients it needs to power through the day. Here are some ideas:
1. Salad with lots of veggies: Choose a variety of colorful vegetables, such as spinach, lettuce, tomatoes, cucumbers, carrots, and peppers. Add a source of protein such as chicken, tofu, or chickpeas, and top with a healthy fat like avocado or nuts.
2. Whole-grain sandwich: Use whole-grain bread and load up with lean protein like turkey, chicken, or tofu, along with veggies such as lettuce, tomatoes, cucumbers, and peppers.
3. Buddha bowl: Create a bowl with a base of brown rice or quinoa, and top with a variety of colorful vegetables, such as roasted sweet potato, broccoli, kale, and edamame. Add a protein source such as chicken or tofu, and a healthy fat like avocado or nuts.
4. Soup and salad: Choose a broth-based soup, such as vegetable or chicken noodle, and pair with a side salad filled with colorful veggies and a protein source like chicken or beans.
5. Grilled chicken with veggies: Grill a chicken breast and serve alongside grilled or roasted vegetables, such as zucchini, squash, and peppers.
6. Sushi: Sushi is a great option for a healthy lunch. Choose rolls that contain veggies, such as avocado, cucumber, and carrots, and lean proteins like tuna or salmon.
7. Wrap: Choose a whole-grain wrap and fill it with lean protein like turkey or chicken, veggies like lettuce, tomatoes, and peppers, and a healthy fat like avocado.
8. Hummus and veggie plate: Create a plate with hummus and a variety of colorful veggies such as carrots, cucumber, bell pepper, and celery.
9. Quinoa salad: Make a salad with cooked quinoa and mix in chopped veggies like cucumber, tomato, and red onion. Add some feta cheese, chopped nuts, and a vinaigrette dressing.
10. Omelet: Make an omelet with veggies like spinach, tomatoes, and mushrooms, and add a source of protein such as chicken or tofu.
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