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South Africa Explained
National rules and services that shape daily life, explained plainly, plus reports from around the country.
South AfricaPublic Holiday on a Sunday
If a public holiday falls on a Sunday in South Africa, then the following Monday is also a public holiday. The government sets 12 public holidays per year, and the days are published by the…
South AfricaWeather Warning Levels Explained
If you're living in South Africa, particularly along the KwaZulu-Natal (KZN) coast, receiving a weather warning can be concerning, especially if you're unsure about what specific color…
South AfricaPothole Damage Claims Explained
When your vehicle suffers a bruised rim or flat tyre from a pothole in South Africa, the key questions are which road authority is responsible, what you can do at the scene to build your…
South AfricaReporting Outages and Leaks
When your lights go out or your pipes start leaking, you don't have time to waste on wrong lines of communication. The first thing you need to know is: who supplies your area, Eskom or your…
