Author: Nomthandazo Ntisa

The South African Weather Service (SAWS) has issued a weather warning for Thursday, 23 October 2025, as blistering heat, dry winds, and fire danger alerts grip multiple provinces. Much of the country will experience intense heat under very high UV conditions, raising the risk of runaway veld fires across the Northern Cape, Western Cape, and Eastern Cape.

Gauteng offers a diverse mix of boarding schools that combine academic rigor with intentional character development. These schools go beyond textbooks by equipping students with leadership skills, cultural exposure, and a commitment to service. For many families across South Africa, these institutions provide more than an education; they offer a structured and supportive space for young people to thrive away from home. Parents in the province are increasingly investing in quality education, with fees at some leading private schools exceeding R350,000 per year. Choosing the right boarding school requires balancing cost, curriculum, facilities, and campus culture. The ten schools listed…

Gauteng isn’t just about malls and Netflix. All year round, the province buzzes with alternative craft fairs, public mazes, rooftop cinemas, and creative pastimes that lure Pretorians and Joburgers off the sofa. From handmade leather goods at artisan markets to movie nights under a canopy of stars, residents are rewriting the definition of fun. Here’s a look at some of Gauteng’s standout experiences, with tips to help you dive right in. READ MORE: Gauteng Tourism Industry Gathers for Round Table on Growth, Innovation and Inclusion – 24 October 2025 Unique Markets Across Johannesburg & Pretoria Markets in Gauteng go beyond…

As Gauteng businesses wrap up another high-paced year, many leaders are looking for meaningful ways to thank their employees. A well-crafted year-end note offers more than polite closure—it provides a pause, a moment to reflect, and a renewed sense of purpose. It helps staff acknowledge how far they’ve come and sets a positive tone for the new year. By highlighting team efforts and connecting accomplishments to future goals, business leaders can strengthen morale and reinforce shared purpose.

The Gauteng Department of Economic Development (GDED) and the Gauteng Tourism Authority (GTA) are hosting the Gauteng Tourism Sector Round Table today, Friday, 24 October 2025, at the Gauteng Gambling Board in Johannesburg.

Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana has been appointed Acting President of South Africa while President Cyril Ramaphosa conducts a series of diplomatic visits across Southeast Asia. The appointment, effective from 21 to 27 October 2025, allows Godongwana to oversee the country’s affairs as Ramaphosa advances economic and political cooperation with Indonesia, Vietnam, and Malaysia—three nations central to South Africa’s global trade strategy.

South Africans are heading into yet another hot and mostly sunny midweek as the South African Weather Service (SAWS) forecasts partly cloudy skies and high fire danger across large parts of the country on Wednesday, 22 October 2025. Gauteng and its neighboring provinces will enjoy pleasant spring weather, but much of the Northern Cape, Western Cape, and Eastern Cape will face soaring temperatures and elevated fire risk. The continued absence of rain confirms that October’s dry spell is far from over. ALSO READ: Johannesburg Power Outages: City Power Confirms Week-Long Maintenance Work Fire Danger Warnings Issued SAWS has raised severe…

Westbury Reeling After Another Gang-related Fatal Shooting Westbury, west of Johannesburg, is once again mourning after two teenagers were killed and five others were injured in a suspected gang-related shooting on Tuesday afternoon. The attack has reignited fear in a community long scarred by gang warfare and tension between residents and police. Private security company Vision Tactical confirmed that its teams responded to reports of gunfire just after 2 pm. Witnesses described scenes of chaos on Croesus Street in Sophiatown as several shots rang out, sending people fleeing for cover. Police said six teenagers, aged between 13 and 19, were…

Gold Reef City is not just an amusement park – it’s a vibrant piece of Johannesburg history and culture. Located in the heart of Gauteng’s biggest city, Gold Reef City celebrates South Africa’s rich mining heritage, evolving from a humble mine tour into a full-fledged theme park. Today, it blends a 19th-century mining atmosphere with modern thrills. Staff dress in period costume, and ride like the Tower of Terror, plunging a retired mineshaft. For Gauteng thrill-seekers and families, the 2025 one-ticket pricing plan makes planning ahead easy and cost-effective. This guide covers entry fees, the booking process, and insider tips…

City Power has launched a citywide maintenance drive to strengthen Johannesburg’s electricity network and prevent future blackouts. The planned power outage, which started on Tuesday, 21 October, will run until Sunday, 26 October. Each affected area will experience power cuts lasting up to eight hours as crews upgrade aging substations and replace failing equipment. Thousands of households and businesses are expected to be affected.