South Africa weather forecast: 19 November 2025 – Thunderstorms possible in Limpopo and Mpumalanga, high fire danger in the Western Cape, and dry conditions elsewhere.
The Duduzile Zuma-Sambudla trial resumes today as the State continues its case on her alleged role in the July 2021 unrest.
The Senzo Meyiwa murder trial resumes today as defence witness Absalom Zungu continues his cross examination.
The Madlanga Commission enters Phase Two this week, with Brown Mogotsi set to take the stand on Tuesday in a highly anticipated appearance.
South Africa weather forecast: 18 November 2025 – Isolated thundershowers expected in the interior, with fire danger over the Cape provinces.
Israeli authorities say the 153 Gazans who arrived in Johannesburg this week had South African entry clearance before departure, contradicting local claims of being blindsided.
A Level 9 orange alert has been issued as Gauteng weather warnings signal severe thunderstorms, heavy rain and flooding across multiple parts of the province.
What is G20 is trending as South Africa prepares to host this weekend’s Leaders’ Summit. Here’s a simple breakdown of how the G20 works, who is involved and what to expect from the 2025 gathering.
The Madlanga Commission enters a new week of testimony after a series of witnesses detailed how suspended EMPD deputy chief Julius Mkhwanazi allegedly wielded unchecked power inside the metro police department.
South Africa weather forecast: 17 November 2025 – Expect scattered thunderstorms in Limpopo and Mpumalanga; elevated fire risk in Northern and Western Cape.
South Africa weather forecast: 16 November 2025 – Major rainfall and flooding expected in Gauteng, North West and Free State; Western Cape remains mostly fine.
South Africa weather forecast: 15 November 2025 – Storms expected in North West, Free State and KwaZulu‑Natal; heat‑wave alerts in the Western Cape.
FlySafair wage strike tensions appear to be easing after the airline and the South African Cabin Crew Association (SACCA) reached a settlement following weeks of disputes and a crew lockout.
Gauteng Premier Lesufi Panyaza survived a motion of no confidence on Friday, but tensions continue to escalate as Solidarity prepares urgent court action over the removal of its controversial banner.
The Madlanga Commission resumes today after evidence was presented showing suspended EMPD acting head Julius Mkhwanazi declaring he would “take a bullet” for former Ekurhuleni city manager Imogen Mashazi.
Markets indicate a strong chance that South Africa interest rates will be lowered next week as the Reserve Bank prepares for its final Monetary Policy Committee meeting of the year.
Chief of Staff Cedrick Nkabinde told Parliament he arranged meetings between suspended Police Minister Senzo Mchunu and North West figure Brown Mogotsi, but was not present when the discussions took place.
South Africa weather forecast: 14 November 2025 – Isolated showers in Gauteng and surrounding provinces; fire danger remains high in the west.
Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana’s Medium Term Budget Policy Statement outlines new economic forecasts, spending priorities and a major shift in South Africa’s inflation target.
As Johannesburg prepares to host the South Africa G20 Summit, side events, protests and diplomatic tensions are shaping the atmosphere ahead of the leaders’ meeting.
The Ad Hoc Committee resumes today with testimony from Police Minister Senzo Mchunu’s Chief of Staff, Cedrick Nkabinde, who is expected to respond to allegations raised by KwaZulu-Natal Police Commissioner Lieutenant General Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi.
The Madlanga Commission resumes today as testimony continues into claims of impropriety inside the City of Ekurhuleni, including allegations of irregular salary increases linked to suspended EMPD deputy chief Julius Mkhwanazi.
South Africa weather forecast: 13 November 2025 – Hot, dry in the west with fire warnings; isolated showers expected in parts of the northeast.
Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana will deliver the Medium-Term Budget Policy Statement (MTBPS) in Parliament today, outlining government’s fiscal framework and economic priorities for the year ahead.
The Madlanga Commission resumes today as suspended EMPD deputy chief Julius Mkhwanazi prepares to take the stand following allegations of corruption, misconduct, and links to a murder cover-up.
The Duduzile Zuma-Sambudla incitement trial continues today in the Durban High Court after a heated cross-examination of key State witness Sarah-Jane Trent, who admitted that some videos cited as evidence did not depict violence.
South Africa weather forecast: 12 November 2025 – Isolated showers across central regions, with fire warnings and heat in the west.
The unemployment rate in South Africa has fallen to 31.9%, with 248,000 new jobs created between July and September 2025, according to Stats SA.
The DBE has gazetted major changes to how school calendars are set, including scrapping the long-standing separation between inland and coastal schools for the 2026 school calendar and beyond.
Duduzile Zuma-Sambudla, daughter of former president Jacob Zuma, goes on trial today at the Durban High Court for allegedly inciting the July 2021 unrest through social media posts.
