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Sardine run prompts closure of 25 KZN beaches to swimmers

1 day ago | sapeople.com | Sundeeka Mungroo

The KwaZulu-Natal Sharks Board (KZNSB) has taken down shark safety nets at 25 beaches across the province. Here’s a list of the impacted locations. As the 2025 sardine run gets underway, the KwaZulu-Natal Sharks Board (KZNSB) has removed shark safety nets from 25 beaches along the south coast. The Board explained that the swarm of predators following the sardine shoals poses challenges not only for the fish but also for the Board’s operations.
Discover five South African beach towns that resemble Sicily

1 day ago | sapeople.com | Sundeeka Mungroo

When people picture Sicily, they often imagine sun-drenched coastlines, freshly caught seafood, and laid-back streets where life moves slowly. But travellers don’t need to fly to Italy to experience that Mediterranean rhythm. South Africa’s southern and western coastlines bring that same charm to life. These five South African seaside towns each reflect the spirit of Sicily in their unique way, full of character, beauty, and local flavour.
Which EU country topped South African travellers’ list in 2024?

2 days ago | sapeople.com | Sundeeka Mungroo

SchengenVisaInfo revealed that one EU country stood out as the most popular destination in 2024 for applicants from 32 nations, including South Africa. Recent statistics show that France topped the list for applicants from 32 countries, many of which do not have a visa-exemption agreement with the Schengen Area. The country also received over three million visa applications in 2024, marking a 17 percent increase from 2023.
More than 700 000 driver’s licence cards remain unprinted

3 days ago | sapeople.com | Sundeeka Mungroo

If you expected to receive your driver’s licence card soon, the Department of Transport (DoT) just delivered bad news. The DoT recently revealed that it still needs to print a massive backlog of 733,000 cards. During a parliamentary Q&A last week, the DoT told BusinessTech that it has not yet identified a clear plan to procure new driver’s licence card printing machines for South Africa.
Durban beaches close to swimmers: Here’s the reason why

4 days ago | sapeople.com | Sundeeka Mungroo

The eThekwini Municipality announced on Monday, 2 June, that it had banned the public from swimming at certain Durban beaches. According to The Witness, officials made the decision after removing shark nets from these beaches due to the ongoing annual sardine run. “The public is advised that swimming is prohibited at all southern beaches from today, 02 June 2025 until further notice. This is due to the removal of shark nets for the sardine run,” eThekwini Municipality said on their Facebook page.
Ocean carnage: Why the sardine run is heaven for hungry predators

4 days ago | sapeople.com | Sundeeka Mungroo

Each year, South Africa’s eastern coastline erupts into one of Earth’s most intense feeding frenzies. Billions of sardines, guided by cold currents and deep instinct, form enormous shoals that stretch for miles. To a passerby, the scene appears as a glistening silver ribbon in the ocean. But to predators, it’s an endless buffet. This is the sardine run, a dramatic showdown where blood stains the water and nature’s top hunters converge to feed.
6 South African towns that resemble the Austrian Lake District

5 days ago | sapeople.com | Sundeeka Mungroo

The Austrian Lake District, known for its emerald lakes, Alpine peaks, charming villages, and crisp mountain air, may feel like a distant escape. But South Africa, with its own dramatic landscapes and tucked-away hamlets, offers a few spots that closely resemble it. If you’re longing for Austria’s charm without leaving the Southern Hemisphere, these six South African towns bring that lakeside magic to life, mountains, reflections, and all.
Rare Southern Lights expected to appear in South Africa

5 days ago | sapeople.com | Sundeeka Mungroo

South Africans waiting to see the stunning Southern Lights this year may be in luck. A powerful solar flare has created nearly perfect conditions for this rare celestial event to appear in our skies this week. Good Things Guy reports that South Africans could enjoy a front-row seat to the Southern Lights, also called Aurora Australis, as this stunning wave of colour spreads across our night skies. Last year, the Southern Lights appeared twice over South Africa, a total treat for sky-watchers.
SASSA Children’s grants for June 2025 to be paid out this week

5 days ago | sapeople.com | Ray Leathern

Here’s everything you need to know about the SASSA Children’s grants for June 2025, which will be paid out on Thursday, 5 June. Each month, the government allocates billions from taxpayer funds to support financially struggling parents in South Africa. Despite earlier uncertainty surrounding the Finance Minister’s 2025 budget, the government has upheld April’s above-inflation grant increases.
IFP grieves senior MP killed in Katlehong shooting

5 days ago | sapeople.com | Nozibusiso Mazibuko

The Inkatha Freedom Party (IFP) announced that gunmen fatally shot senior member Khethamabala Petros Sithole in Katlehong on the East Rand on Saturday evening. Sithole, 68, served as the deputy chief whip in the National Assembly and was a long-time member of the party’s National Council. Furthermore, the IFP has condemned the killing as an “assassination” and called for swift justice.