South Africa is going to change totally its traffic laws in 2026 as a part of the road safety and accident reduction campaign that is taking place all over the country. The new laws will introduce stricter law enforcement, higher fines and compliance requirements for all motorists. The authorities have announced that all these changes … Read more
In 2026, South Africa finds its ride-hailing market still riddled with competition, with players looking upon Uber and Bolt as being prime contenders. As both platforms build upon their network of drivers and riders, indeed, prospective and current drivers are keen to know a more robust answer as to which service pays more and what … Read more
In its efforts to reform retirement policy, the South African government has proposed an increase in the official retirement age from 65 to 68 by 2026. The movement to amend the policy’s objectives, as opposed to bridging shortfalls, is a display of developmental advancement in as far as the retirement policy is supposed to be … Read more
South Africa officially proclaimed a new seat belt law to be effective on the first day of January 2026. This enactment mark a landmark in the country’s trudge toward better transport safety and a reduction in deaths and injuries connected with motor car accidents. The new law advances the existing regulations in the country by … Read more
South Africa faces major risk due to severe weathering conditions set to see a powerful storm and winds move across different part of the country. The weather authorities have alerted that unstable atmospheric conditions can give way to develop thunderstorms, heavy rainfall, and strong winds, with concerns that are being raised for soot damage and … Read more
The driver’s license format is continually being referenced by South Africa when the government undertakes extensive changes in 2026 to modernize the system of licensing with road safety enhancement and the effect to ease administrative congestion. Expected changes encompass renewal, testing, compliance checks, and enforcement—highlighted in detail to the benefit of every road user. 2.0 … Read more
Due to the massive cloud cover and convection in Zambia, the situation would likely worsen in the afternoon and evening, with the possibility of severe thunderstorms producing more than 100 mm of rural and urban rainfall. The eventual threat from flash flooding can be expected for pedestrian and rubber-tire vehicles due to clogged drainage systems. … Read more
The South African Social Security Agency has finally confirmed that the Older Person Grant payments will be paid back to their regular schedule, hence offering great relief to the millions of seniors who rely on a consistent monthly income. A temporary staggered and different schedule was observed through the time of updating their software and … Read more
The South African Social Security Agency has confirmed that older persons grants will be paid in February 2026, providing reassurance to pensioners who depend on monthly social support. The confirmation comes amid ongoing concerns about rising living costs, with SASSA stating that qualifying pensioners will receive R4,500 or more when standard grants are combined with … Read more
South Africa has introduced new pension rules that will take effect from February 2026, bringing several important changes for current and future pensioners. The reforms are designed to ensure long-term sustainability of the pension system, improve fairness, and provide clearer guidelines for eligibility, payments, and compliance. Updated Eligibility Criteria Under the new rules, eligibility for … Read more