Despite heavy snowfall in parts of the Western Cape, several mountain passes that were closed have now been opened - but the Swartberg pass in the Klein Karoo remains closed, authorities say. Heavy snowfall has been reported in the Eastern Cape, in the Northern Cape and the Free State. The South African Weather Service says the icy weather is expected to continue throughout Tuesday as a cold front passes over the country.
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