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Here are five important things happening in South Africa on Friday, 3 April 2026.
WEDNESDAY, 08 APRIL 2026, 20:30
Here are five important things happening in South Africa on Friday, 3 April 2026.

Another important country has joined the chorus of travel warnings to its citizens travelling to South Africa.

Many readers have experienced the ordeal of cancelling a subscription.

The order does not affect generic medicines, the most commonly used in the US.

Leroy Merlin’s new Alberton store opens with a vibrant pre-launch evening and an exclusive announcement.

Work at plants in Solihull, Halewood and outside Wolverhampton restarted in October.

President Cyril Ramaphosa has signed a new tax law that gives the South African Revenue Service (SARS) greater powers while also providing taxpayers with important avenues for relief.

Around 2.7 million people are set to receive a pay rise this week as the national minimum wage goes up by 50p to £12.71 for over 21s.

The triple lock guarantees that the state pension is not overtaken by inflation or wage increases.

Security and insurance experts have sent a warning to homeowners and tenants travelling over the Easter long-weekend.

On 30 April, the 59 luxury homes of a prestigious new residential estate in Plattekloof will be released to the market — and exclusive sales agents Pam Golding are expecting rapid sales based on unmet demand for quality housing in this sought-after Northern Suburbs neighbourhood.

South Africa’s President Cyril Ramaphosa has appointed the new commissioner of the South African Revenue Service, replacing Edward Kieswetter from 1 May 2026.

South Africans are being warned that traffic police will be out in full force over the Easter weekend, with surprise raodblocks being planned.