South Africa
Volkswagen Opens Pre-Orders for New T-Roc in South Africa
Volkswagen has opened pre-orders for the second-generation T-Roc ahead of its South African launch in early September 2026. The compact SUV sits between...
South Africa Faces Sharp Fuel Price Increases in September 2026
South African motorists face steep fuel price increases in September, with diesel expected to rise by almost R3 per litre. Mid-month data from...
SASSA September 2026 payment dates and Gold Card deadline
The South African Social Security Agency has confirmed its social grant payment dates for September 2026. Payments begin with the Older Persons Grant...
Lunar eclipse South Africa: When and where to watch
South Africans will be able to watch a deep partial lunar eclipse during the early hours of Friday, 28 August 2026. At maximum...
Springboks vs All Blacks: Kick-off time and Ellis Park Test preview
The Springboks and New Zealand All Blacks will renew their historic rivalry at Ellis Park in Johannesburg on Saturday, 22 August 2026. The...
SASSA Gold Cards expire on 31 August: How to get a free Postbank Black Card
All SASSA Gold Cards will stop working on 31 August 2026. Beneficiaries must replace their Gold Cards with the new Postbank Black Card...
Maxwell cancels South African tour: What ticket holders need to know
Grammy Award-winning R&B singer Maxwell has cancelled his August 2026 South African tour due to unforeseen circumstances beyond his control. The tour was...
Fuel prices August: Petrol drops while diesel climbs
South African motorists will pay less for petrol but more for diesel from Wednesday, 5 August 2026, following the latest monthly fuel price...
Louis Vuitton opens new flagship store at Cape Town’s V&A Waterfront
Louis Vuitton has unveiled its new Cape Town store at the V&A Waterfront, introducing an elevated luxury shopping experience that combines fashion, art,...
Western Cape weather: Sunny start to the week before rain returns
The Western Cape is set for a mild start to the week, with sunny skies and daytime temperatures climbing into the mid-20s before...
