Stay safe ahead of 12 August 2025 with our detailed South Africa weather alert. Learn about cloudy, cool conditions, fire danger in Northern Cape, UV risks in Gauteng and KwaZulu-Natal, and coastal hazards.
Author: Simekahle Mthethwa
Stay informed with the latest weather forecast. South Africa will see a mix of cool weather and warmth with occasional showers.
At DJ Zinhle’s Zee Nation Festival 2025, best friends brought themes like Into the Wild, Pink, and Carnival to life with bold fashion and vibrant energy, creating a memorable Women’s Day celebration in Johannesburg.
Gauteng remains a GBV hotspot in South Africa, with alarming crime stats showing over 9,500 rapes in the first quarter of 2022/23. Explore the contributing factors and ongoing efforts to combat this national crisis.
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Women’s Day 2025 in South Africa was overshadowed by a surge in gender-based violence, with thousands of women raped, assaulted, and murdered. This article covers recent statistics and government efforts to combat GBV.
Gauteng’s domestic spending has surged to R21 billion in the lead-up to the 2025 G20 Summit, boosting local businesses, supporting SMMEs, and driving economic growth in South Africa’s economic hub.
Eskom spent nearly R6 billion on diesel from April to August 2025 to prevent winter load shedding. This article explains the high costs, operational challenges, and ongoing efforts to stabilize South Africa’s power grid.


