January 18
South Africa: Kruger National Park Relief Fund to Help Rebuild Popular Park
Government has announced the establishment of the Kruger Relief Fund to assist in efforts to rebuild the Kruger National Park after heavy rainfall damaged the popular tourist… Read more »
January 19
South Africa: Government Intervenes Over Sewer Crisis in JB Marks Municipality
Poorly functioning wastewater treatment plants and ongoing sewerage spillages continue to contribute significantly to water pollution in JB Marks Local Municipality in North West,… Read more »
South Africa: President Ramaphosa Visits Flood-Stricken Areas in Mpumalanga
President Cyril Ramaphosa is this afternoon visiting Nkomazi Local Municipality in Mpumalanga to assess the extent of the damage caused by the floods and the response of… Read more »
South Africa: Kruger National Park Applies Quota System for Visitors
The Kruger National Park (KNP) has implemented a gate quota system with immediate effect in the interest of visitor safety and effective traffic management, after heavy rains. Read more »
South Africa: Saws Warns of Disruptive Rainfall in Limpopo
The South African Weather Service (SAWS) has warned of disruptive rainfall that could cause flooding in Limpopo. Read more »
South Africa: SANDF Deploys Rescue Team to Assist in Flood-Stricken Areas
The South African National Defence Force (SANDF) has announced that it continues to support various flood-stricken communities by conducting rescue operations to evacuate people… Read more »
January 16
South Africa: Critical Water Levels At Limpopo Dams Trigger Urgent Safety Warning
The Department of Water and Sanitation (DWS) has issued an urgent public notice about critically high water levels at several dams across Limpopo. Read more »
South Africa: Deputy Minister Singh Visits Fire-Stricken Areas in the Western Cape
The Deputy Minister of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment, Narend Singh, has visited fire-affected areas in the Wemmershoek region, near Franschhoek, to assess the situation… Read more »
South Africa: SAWS Issues Warning of Disruptive Rain in Mpumalanga
The South African Weather Service (SAWS) says the Red Level 10 warning for Friday's disruptive rain remains in place for the Lowveld in Mpumalanga, especially over Nkomazi,… Read more »
South Africa: Minister Urges Communities to Remain Vigilant Amid Further Weather Warnings
The Minister of Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs (CoGTA), Velenkosini Hlabisa, has urged communities in Limpopo and Mpumalanga to exercise increased caution and… Read more »
South Africa: Kruger National Park Rainfall Highlights Climate Change Challenges
The Minister of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment, Willie Aucamp, says the persistent heavy rain that has affected the Kruger National Park underscores the growing challenges… Read more »
South Africa: Damage Caused By Limpopo Floods 'Catastrophic' - Says President
President Cyril Ramaphosa has visited the Limpopo province where heavy rainfall and flooding has left at least 19 people dead and caused destruction to homes, businesses and… Read more »
South Africa: Army Deploys Helicopters for Flood Rescue In Limpopo
The South African National Defence Force (SANDF) has deployed two helicopters to evacuate people stranded in Limpopo, due to the severe flooding and rising water levels in the… Read more »
January 15
South Africa: President Ramaphosa to Visit Flood-Hit Limpopo
President Cyril Ramaphosa is expected to visit Limpopo this afternoon to assess the damage to the flood-stricken area. Read more »
South Africa: Sanparks Suspends Day Visitors Due to Heavy Rain
The South African National Parks (SANParks) has taken a precautionary decision not to allow day visitors into the Kruger National Park due to persistent and heavy rainfall… Read more »
South Africa: Kruger National Park Prioritises Safety of Tourists Amid Floods
Minister of Tourism Patricia de Lille says the precautionary evacuation of tourists at the Kruger National Park, due to ongoing heavy rainfall, will ensure the safety and… Read more »
January 11
South Africa: Department Monitors Kynsna Water Supply Interventions
The Department of Water and Sanitation (DWS) has reassured the public that work is being done to stabilise the water supply and improve system resilience in Knysna and the broader… Read more »
South Africa: Rain Expected As a Result of Low-Pressure System
A low-pressure system is expected to influence weather conditions over the north-eastern parts of the country, bringing significant rain and thunderstorms over the coming days, the… Read more »
South Africa: Progress Made in Containing Overstrand Fires
Firefighters remain on high alert for any signs of smoke or flames in the Overstrand area following fires in Pearly Beach and Standford in the Western Cape. Read more »
January 05
South Africa: President Announces New Climate Commissioners
President Cyril Ramaphosa has announced the new cohort of the Presidential Climate Commission (PCC) Commissioners for the 2026 - 2030 tenure. Read more »
South Africa: Department Gives Update On West Coast Red Tide
The Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment (DFFE) has confirmed that the event where large numbers of dead white mussel, whelks and other shellfish were washed out… Read more »
South Africa: Condolences for Victims of North West Lightning Bolt Incident
Government has extended its condolences to the families and friends of those killed by lightning at the Mphebatho Troop Festival that was held recently in the North West. Read more »
December 22, 2025
Africa: Weather Service Issues Disruptive Rain, Fire Danger Warning Across South Africa
The South African Weather Service (SAWS) has issued a weather warning for disruptive rains and severe thunderstorms across the country for today. Read more »
December 19, 2025
South Africa: Be Vigilant As Heavy Rainfall Expected Over Festive Season
Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs (CoGTA) Minister Velenkosini Hlabisa has called for heightened vigilance as above-normal rainfall and thunderstorms are expected… Read more »
December 18, 2025
South Africa: Kruger National Park Implements Gate Quotas to Avoid Overcrowding
The South African National Parks (SANParks) has advised day visitors planning to visit the Kruger National Park (KNP) during the festive season that gate quotas will be in place to… Read more »
