Snow blizzard strikes early: Winter is going to be tough for expats
Blizzard conditions hit the North East today as temperatures plummet to -12C. For expats, this unusually early snow might signal a tougher winter ahead.
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Expensive December loading as beer, wine prices hit South Africans
While beer and wine prices remain high, spirits and liqueurs recorded the smallest annual increase in South Africa.
South Africa’s meat prices still high but these three items are cheaper than last year
The battle against soaring South Africa’s meat prices is far from over, but the rate of increase appears to have stalled recently.
WEATHER: Severe storms expected in TWO provinces
Curious about what the skies hold? Discover the latest outlook for all nine provinces across South Africa this Thursday, 20 November 2025.
South Africa stands firm over charter flights of Palestinians amid fears of a ‘cleansing agenda’
South Africa refuses further charter flights of Palestinians, calling recent arrivals part of a suspected agenda to depopulate Gaza.
Where to swim: Cape Town’s top Blue Flag beaches this summer
Looking for the ultimate Cape Town beach-cation this summer? Here are five top-rated Blue Flag beaches you have to visit in the city…
Kenyan-born woman’s milestone promotion in US Army: a story of resilience
Staff Sergeant Caroline Omboto celebrates her promotion in the US Army, a milestone for Kenyan-born service members.
Inside South Africa’s ‘Hard Lockdown’ for G20 Summit [photos]
Lt-Gen Tebello Mosikili has urged all protestors planning to seize G20 moment, to do so lawfully or ‘face full might of the law’.
Top African countries where South Africans are relocating
With visa-free travel growing in Africa, South Africans thinking of relocating can now consider continent-wide options with fewer barriers.
Snow is on the way: Weather service issues warning for this week
The Met Office has issued an amber warning as up to 25cm of snow is set to hit parts of the UK this week. Time to stock up on bread and milk.
‘We have enough racists’: South Africans reject Matthew Gruter as support fund swells
Matthew Gruter’s visa revocation has sparked intense and varying reactions, both among Australian politicians and South Africans online.
WEATHER: Severe storms with heavy RAIN to hit parts of SA
Curious about what the skies hold? Discover the latest outlook for all nine provinces across South Africa this Wednesday, 19 November 2025.
President Ruto warns Kenya about overreliance on AI technology
President Ruto warns Kenya about dependence on AI without human checks; insisting that democracy and jobs are at risk.
Safaricom and Starlink to collaborate for Kenya’s internet market
Safaricom and Starlink are set to potentially join forces, offering satellite-internet equipment and data in Kenya’s hardest-to-reach areas.
How Digital Woman Uganda is turning tech into hope for rural women facing GBV
Digital Woman Uganda shows Africa how tech can serve women in remote communities – not by apps, but by voice, language and accessibility.
How football, partnerships and purpose are changing lives in Soweto
In Soweto, football and purpose collide as Diski Nine9 empowers young leaders through global partnerships and real community impact.
WEATHER: Severe storms and rain expected to hit SA
Curious about what the skies hold? Discover the latest outlook for all nine provinces across South Africa this Tuesday, 18 November 2025.
‘Go home’: Australia kicks out South African neo-Nazi
Sun sets on Australian ‘dream’ after civil engineer Matthew Gruter had his visa revoked for involvement in an neo-Nazi rally.
Fake promises of “a better life” get Kenyan women and children trapped in Saudi Arabia
Hundreds of Kenyan women stuck in Saudi Arabia are homeless with undocumented children, trapped by laws and broken systems.
US soldier caught with grenades arrested at Tanzanian boarder
A US soldier caught with grenades at the Tanzania-Kenya boarder has raised questions about security, foreign troops and regional trust.
WEATHER: Disruptive rain leading to flooding expected in parts of SA
Curious about what the skies hold? Discover the latest outlook for all nine provinces across South Africa this Monday, 17 November 2025.