
South Africans living overseas are starting to think twice
South Africans are slowly starting to think twice about living abroad, with a small but notable number of expats returning home.
SUNDAY, 03 MAY 2026, 13:28

South Africans are slowly starting to think twice about living abroad, with a small but notable number of expats returning home.

The Garden Route is no longer just appealing to local movers, with international buyers also interested in the coastal area.

Sectional titles and complexes in South Africa are seeing a massive influx of short-term rentals, which can cause serious issues with scheme rules.

Here are five important things happening in and affecting South Africa on Sunday, 3 May 2026.

The latest Braai Index shows that the cost of South Africa’s favourite pastime has experienced its biggest monthly increase in a year.

Residents of a popular seaside destination are concerned about the prospect of becoming a nuclear town amid plans to build a nuclear power station in the area.

Officials are warning Gauteng residents to be cautious travelling to certain areas such as Limpopo, Mpumalanga, or neighbouring countries.

South Africa’s Minister of Employment and Labour announced two draft bills to drastically reform labour legislation.

A Constitutional Court ruling has outlined major implications for antenuptial agreements entered into in certain marriages.

The iconic Babylonstoren wine farm, has partnered with the Four Seasons Hotel in Johannesburg for a four-part dinner series throughout 2026.

A new R520 million university bursary scheme, launched in 2026, will assist more than 5,000 South African students in obtaining tertiary education.

The airline had been in talks with the Trump administration about a $500m bailout.

Here are five important things happening in and affecting South Africa on Saturday, 2 May 2026.

South Africans are being warned of a new hijacking tactic being used to target motorists.

The Bank of England’s latest report reveals some interesting details on how our finances will be affected due to the Iran war.

The US military has agreed eight new contracts with big tech firms as it expands its artificial intelligence capabilities.

The current level of tariffs charged on goods entering the US from the EU is 15%, under a deal negotiated last July.

Jamestown residents, a close-knit community with a rich heritage on the outskirts of Stellenbosch, are unhappy with how they are treated by the municipality.

This is the most expensive major city in South Africa to buy food in as of the end of April 2026.

People should stop using the products immediately and keep out of the reach of children, the government says.

Business Leadership South Africa (BLSA) recently has announced Discovery CEO Adrian Gore has a new position in South Africa.