Category: ZA Things

South Africa is a beautiful country with a lot to offer visitors. Here are some of the top things to do in South Africa:

• Visit the Kruger National Park. The Kruger National Park is one of the most popular tourist destinations in South Africa. It is home to an abundance of wildlife, including lions, elephants, rhinos, and giraffes. You can go on game drives, bush walks, or even go white-water rafting in the park. 
• Go on a safari. A safari is a great way to see the wildlife of South Africa. You can go on a traditional game drive, or you can go on a more adventurous safari, such as a walking safari or a hot air balloon safari. 
• Visit Cape Town. Cape Town is a beautiful city with stunning views of Table Mountain. There are many things to see and do in Cape Town, including visiting Robben Island, hiking up Table Mountain, and exploring the city’s vibrant food scene. 
• Go wine tasting in Stellenbosch. Stellenbosch is a wine region in South Africa known for its beautiful scenery and delicious wines. There are many wineries to visit in Stellenbosch, and you can even go on a wine tour. 
• Visit Zululand. Zululand is a region in South Africa known for its rich cultural heritage. You can visit Zululand to learn about the Zulu people, see traditional Zulu dances, and visit the KwaZulu-Natal National Museum. 
• Go dolphin watching in Hermanus. Hermanus is a town on the South African coast known for its dolphin watching. You can go on a boat trip to see the dolphins, or you can simply watch them from the shore. 

Here is a suggested 2-week itinerary for a trip to South Africa:

Day 1: Arrive in Johannesburg Day 2: Explore Johannesburg Day 3: Drive to Kruger National Park Day 4: Game drive in Kruger National Park Day 5: Game drive in Kruger National Park Day 6: Drive to Cape Town Day 7: Explore Cape Town Day 8: Hike up Table Mountain Day 9: Visit Robben Island Day 10: Go wine tasting in Stellenbosch Day 11: Drive to Zululand Day 12: Learn about Zulu culture Day 13: Go dolphin watching in Hermanus Day 14: Depart from Cape Town

This is just a suggested itinerary, and you can customize it to fit your interests and budget. South Africa is a big country, so you will need to decide how much time you want to spend in each place.

The cost of a trip to South Africa will vary depending on the time of year you travel, the length of your stay, and your budget. However, you can expect to spend around R18,000.00 per person for a 2-week trip.

Here are some tips for planning your trip to South Africa:

• Book your flights and accommodation in advance, especially if you are traveling during peak season.
• Get a South African visa if you need one.
• Pack for all types of weather, as the climate in South Africa can vary greatly.
• Be aware of the crime rate in South Africa and take precautions to stay safe.
• Learn some basic Afrikaans or Zulu, as this will help you communicate with locals.
• Have fun and enjoy your trip in South Africa!

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  ICYMI: Dublin to back South Africa’s case in the international court of justice that stopping food and other essentials getting through may constitute ‘genocidal intent’ Ireland is to seek to widen the definition of genocide to include blocking humanitarian aid in a landmark international court of justice (ICJ) case against Israel. The Irish government will intervene in the case taken by South Africa and argue that restricting… Read more: Gaza: Ireland joins battle to include the blocking of vital aid in definition of genocide
• Gaza: Ireland joins battle to include the blocking of vital aid in definition of genocideMarch 28, 2024
  ICYMI: Dublin to back South Africa’s case in the international court of justice that stopping food and other essentials getting through may constitute ‘genocidal intent’ Ireland is to seek to widen the definition of genocide to include blocking humanitarian aid in a landmark international court of justice (ICJ) case against Israel. The Irish government will intervene in the case taken by South Africa and argue that restricting… Read more: Gaza: Ireland joins battle to include the blocking of vital aid in definition of genocide
• 45 dead as bus plunges from bridge into ravine in South AfricaMarch 28, 2024
  Eight-year-old is only survivor after vehicle fell and caught fire and is taken to hospital with serious injuries An eight-year old child was the sole survivor after a bus carrying 46 people plunged off a bridge in South Africa, fell into a ravine and caught fire. The child, who has not been named, was taken to hospital with serious injuries, the transport ministry said in a statement… Read more: 45 dead as bus plunges from bridge into ravine in South Africa
• Gaza: Ireland joins battle to include the blocking of vital aid in definition of genocideMarch 27, 2024
  Dublin to back South Africa’s case in the international court of justice that stopping food and other essentials getting through may constitute ‘genocidal intent’ Ireland is to seek to widen the definition of genocide to include blocking humanitarian aid in a landmark international court of justice (ICJ) case against Israel. The Irish government will intervene in the case taken by South Africa and argue that restricting food… Read more: Gaza: Ireland joins battle to include the blocking of vital aid in definition of genocide
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• Speaker of South African parliament accused of taking $135,000 and a wig in bribesMarch 26, 2024
  ICYMI: Nosiviwe Mapisa-Nqakula denies allegations she took bribes over three years while defence minister South African prosecutors said on Monday they intend to charge the parliamentary speaker with corruption, alleging she took $135,000 and a wig in bribes over a three-year period while she was defence minister. Nosiviwe Mapisa-Nqakula, the speaker of the National Assembly, has not been arrested or charged. The prosecutors spoke at a court… Read more: Speaker of South African parliament accused of taking $135,000 and a wig in bribes
• Which Zuma Is the Right Zuma for Me?March 26, 2024
  ICYMI: [Daily Maverick] We have been blessed with not one, but two Zumas to possibly lead us after the elections. One nation, two Spears! What a time to be alive?!?!http://dlvr.it/T4d9Zj
• Which Zuma Is the Right Zuma for Me?March 26, 2024
  ICYMI: [Daily Maverick] We have been blessed with not one, but two Zumas to possibly lead us after the elections. One nation, two Spears! What a time to be alive?!?!http://dlvr.it/T4d9Zj
• ‘It’s sunny, with music bumping, and everyone in ripped clothing’: how Tyla set a new pop moodMarch 26, 2024
  ICYMI: Her song Water made the South African a global star, while her undulating dance moves inspired TikTok challenges. Now the 22 year old is ready to take her ‘popiano’ sound to the next level Tyla may have 4.3 million followers on Instagram (called the Tygers), but she isn’t yet used to the equivalent real-world level of fame. For instance, she was recently approached by TikTok troll… Read more: ‘It’s sunny, with music bumping, and everyone in ripped clothing’: how Tyla set a new pop mood
• Speaker of South African parliament accused of taking $135,000 and a wig in bribesMarch 25, 2024
  Nosiviwe Mapisa-Nqakula denies allegations she took bribes over three years while defence minister South African prosecutors said on Monday they intend to charge the parliamentary speaker with corruption, alleging she took $135,000 and a wig in bribes over a three-year period while she was defence minister. Nosiviwe Mapisa-Nqakula, the speaker of the National Assembly, has not been arrested or charged. The prosecutors spoke at a court hearing… Read more: Speaker of South African parliament accused of taking $135,000 and a wig in bribes
• ‘The cost of dealing with disease is growing all the time’: why experts think sugar taxes should be far higherMarch 25, 2024
  ICYMI: More than 100 countries impose levies on sugar, but should tariffs increase to improve wellbeing and generate revenues to help tackle related illnesses? Lying in the shadow of Table Mountain, a short drive from the sprawling vineyards that help generate so much of South Africa’s tourism revenue, is Langa. In the city of Cape Town, this is the oldest example of a township, settlements originally created… Read more: ‘The cost of dealing with disease is growing all the time’: why experts think sugar taxes should be far higher
• ‘The cost of dealing with disease is growing all the time’: why experts think sugar taxes should be far higherMarch 25, 2024
  ICYMI: More than 100 countries impose levies on sugar, but should tariffs increase to improve wellbeing and generate revenues to help tackle related illnesses? Lying in the shadow of Table Mountain, a short drive from the sprawling vineyards that help generate so much of South Africa’s tourism revenue, is Langa. In the city of Cape Town, this is the oldest example of a township, settlements originally created… Read more: ‘The cost of dealing with disease is growing all the time’: why experts think sugar taxes should be far higher
• ‘The cost of dealing with disease is growing all the time’: why experts think sugar taxes should be far higherMarch 25, 2024
  ICYMI: More than 100 countries impose levies on sugar, but should tariffs increase to improve wellbeing and generate revenues to help tackle related illnesses? Lying in the shadow of Table Mountain, a short drive from the sprawling vineyards that help generate so much of South Africa’s tourism revenue, is Langa. In the city of Cape Town, this is the oldest example of a township, settlements originally created… Read more: ‘The cost of dealing with disease is growing all the time’: why experts think sugar taxes should be far higher
• ‘The cost of dealing with disease is growing all the time’: why experts think sugar taxes should be far higherMarch 25, 2024
  ICYMI: More than 100 countries impose levies on sugar, but should tariffs increase to improve wellbeing and generate revenues to help tackle related illnesses? Lying in the shadow of Table Mountain, a short drive from the sprawling vineyards that help generate so much of South Africa’s tourism revenue, is Langa. In the city of Cape Town, this is the oldest example of a township, settlements originally created… Read more: ‘The cost of dealing with disease is growing all the time’: why experts think sugar taxes should be far higher
• ‘The cost of dealing with disease is growing all the time’: why experts think sugar taxes should be far higherMarch 25, 2024
  ICYMI: More than 100 countries impose levies on sugar, but should tariffs increase to improve wellbeing and generate revenues to help tackle related illnesses? Lying in the shadow of Table Mountain, a short drive from the sprawling vineyards that help generate so much of South Africa’s tourism revenue, is Langa. In the city of Cape Town, this is the oldest example of a township, settlements originally created… Read more: ‘The cost of dealing with disease is growing all the time’: why experts think sugar taxes should be far higher
• ‘The cost of dealing with disease is growing all the time’: why experts think sugar taxes should be far higherMarch 25, 2024
  ICYMI: More than 100 countries impose levies on sugar, but should tariffs increase to improve wellbeing and generate revenues to help tackle related illnesses? Lying in the shadow of Table Mountain, a short drive from the sprawling vineyards that help generate so much of South Africa’s tourism revenue, is Langa. In the city of Cape Town, this is the oldest example of a township, settlements originally created… Read more: ‘The cost of dealing with disease is growing all the time’: why experts think sugar taxes should be far higher
• ‘The cost of dealing with disease is growing all the time’: why experts think sugar taxes should be far higherMarch 25, 2024
  ICYMI: More than 100 countries impose levies on sugar, but should tariffs increase to improve wellbeing and generate revenues to help tackle related illnesses? Lying in the shadow of Table Mountain, a short drive from the sprawling vineyards that help generate so much of South Africa’s tourism revenue, is Langa. In the city of Cape Town, this is the oldest example of a township, settlements originally created… Read more: ‘The cost of dealing with disease is growing all the time’: why experts think sugar taxes should be far higher
• ‘The cost of dealing with disease is growing all the time’: why experts think sugar taxes should be far higherMarch 25, 2024
  ICYMI: More than 100 countries impose levies on sugar, but should tariffs increase to improve wellbeing and generate revenues to help tackle related illnesses? Lying in the shadow of Table Mountain, a short drive from the sprawling vineyards that help generate so much of South Africa’s tourism revenue, is Langa. In the city of Cape Town, this is the oldest example of a township, settlements originally created… Read more: ‘The cost of dealing with disease is growing all the time’: why experts think sugar taxes should be far higher
• The week in TV: Whites Only: Ade’s Extremist Adventure; 3 Body Problem; Palm Royale; Jordan North: The Truth About Vaping – reviewMarch 25, 2024
  ICYMI: Ade Adepitan makes a brave attempt to understand South African racial separatists; GoT’s creators deliver a mind-blowing sci-fi epic; Kristen Wiig tries to infiltrate a Palm Beach elite; and vaping goes under the microscope Whites Only: Ade’s Extremist Adventure Channel 4 | channel4.com 3 Body Problem Netflix Palm Royale Apple TV+ Jordan North: The Truth About Vaping (BBC Three) | iPlayer Where to start with the… Read more: The week in TV: Whites Only: Ade’s Extremist Adventure; 3 Body Problem; Palm Royale; Jordan North: The Truth About Vaping – review
• The week in TV: Whites Only: Ade’s Extremist Adventure; 3 Body Problem; Palm Royale; Jordan North: The Truth About Vaping – reviewMarch 25, 2024
  ICYMI: Ade Adepitan makes a brave attempt to understand South African racial separatists; GoT’s creators deliver a mind-blowing sci-fi epic; Kristen Wiig tries to infiltrate a Palm Beach elite; and vaping goes under the microscope Whites Only: Ade’s Extremist Adventure Channel 4 | channel4.com 3 Body Problem Netflix Palm Royale Apple TV+ Jordan North: The Truth About Vaping (BBC Three) | iPlayer Where to start with the… Read more: The week in TV: Whites Only: Ade’s Extremist Adventure; 3 Body Problem; Palm Royale; Jordan North: The Truth About Vaping – review
• The week in TV: Whites Only: Ade’s Extremist Adventure; 3 Body Problem; Palm Royale; Jordan North: The Truth About Vaping – reviewMarch 25, 2024
  ICYMI: Ade Adepitan makes a brave attempt to understand South African racial separatists; GoT’s creators deliver a mind-blowing sci-fi epic; Kristen Wiig tries to infiltrate a Palm Beach elite; and vaping goes under the microscope Whites Only: Ade’s Extremist Adventure Channel 4 | channel4.com 3 Body Problem Netflix Palm Royale Apple TV+ Jordan North: The Truth About Vaping (BBC Three) | iPlayer Where to start with the… Read more: The week in TV: Whites Only: Ade’s Extremist Adventure; 3 Body Problem; Palm Royale; Jordan North: The Truth About Vaping – review
• The week in TV: Whites Only: Ade’s Extremist Adventure; 3 Body Problem; Palm Royale; Jordan North: The Truth About Vaping – reviewMarch 25, 2024
  ICYMI: Ade Adepitan makes a brave attempt to understand South African racial separatists; GoT’s creators deliver a mind-blowing sci-fi epic; Kristen Wiig tries to infiltrate a Palm Beach elite; and vaping goes under the microscope Whites Only: Ade’s Extremist Adventure Channel 4 | channel4.com 3 Body Problem Netflix Palm Royale Apple TV+ Jordan North: The Truth About Vaping (BBC Three) | iPlayer Where to start with the… Read more: The week in TV: Whites Only: Ade’s Extremist Adventure; 3 Body Problem; Palm Royale; Jordan North: The Truth About Vaping – review
• The week in TV: Whites Only: Ade’s Extremist Adventure; 3 Body Problem; Palm Royale; Jordan North: The Truth About Vaping – reviewMarch 25, 2024
  ICYMI: Ade Adepitan makes a brave attempt to understand South African racial separatists; GoT’s creators deliver a mind-blowing sci-fi epic; Kristen Wiig tries to infiltrate a Palm Beach elite; and vaping goes under the microscope Whites Only: Ade’s Extremist Adventure Channel 4 | channel4.com 3 Body Problem Netflix Palm Royale Apple TV+ Jordan North: The Truth About Vaping (BBC Three) | iPlayer Where to start with the… Read more: The week in TV: Whites Only: Ade’s Extremist Adventure; 3 Body Problem; Palm Royale; Jordan North: The Truth About Vaping – review
• Which Zuma Is the Right Zuma for Me?March 25, 2024
  [Daily Maverick] We have been blessed with not one, but two Zumas to possibly lead us after the elections. One nation, two Spears! What a time to be alive?!?!http://dlvr.it/T4ZXCP
• ‘It’s sunny, with music bumping, and everyone in ripped clothing’: how Tyla set a new pop moodMarch 25, 2024
  Her song Water made the South African a global star, while her undulating dance moves inspired TikTok challenges. Now the 22 year old is ready to take her ‘popiano’ sound to the next level Tyla may have 4.3 million followers on Instagram (called the Tygers), but she isn’t yet used to the equivalent real-world level of fame. For instance, she was recently approached by TikTok troll Harry… Read more: ‘It’s sunny, with music bumping, and everyone in ripped clothing’: how Tyla set a new pop mood
• ‘It’s sunny, with music bumping, and everyone in ripped clothing’: how Tyla set a new pop moodMarch 25, 2024
  Her song Water made the South African a global star, while her undulating dance moves inspired TikTok challenges. Now the 22 year old is ready to take her ‘popiano’ sound to the next level Tyla may have 4.3 million followers on Instagram (called the Tygers), but she isn’t yet used to the equivalent real-world level of fame. For instance, she was recently approached by TikTok troll Harry… Read more: ‘It’s sunny, with music bumping, and everyone in ripped clothing’: how Tyla set a new pop mood
• ‘It’s sunny, with music bumping, and everyone in ripped clothing’: how Tyla set a new pop moodMarch 25, 2024
  Her song Water made the South African a global star, while her undulating dance moves inspired TikTok challenges. Now the 22 year old is ready to take her ‘popiano’ sound to the next level Tyla may have 4.3 million followers on Instagram (called the Tygers), but she isn’t yet used to the equivalent real-world level of fame. For instance, she was recently approached by TikTok troll Harry… Read more: ‘It’s sunny, with music bumping, and everyone in ripped clothing’: how Tyla set a new pop mood
• ‘The cost of dealing with disease is growing all the time’: why experts think sugar taxes should be far higherMarch 24, 2024
  More than 100 countries impose levies on sugar, but should tariffs increase to improve wellbeing and generate revenues to help tackle related illnesses? Lying in the shadow of Table Mountain, a short drive from the sprawling vineyards that help generate so much of South Africa’s tourism revenue, is Langa. In the city of Cape Town, this is the oldest example of a township, settlements originally created to… Read more: ‘The cost of dealing with disease is growing all the time’: why experts think sugar taxes should be far higher
• The week in TV: Whites Only: Ade’s Extremist Adventure; 3 Body Problem; Palm Royale; Jordan North: The Truth About Vaping – reviewMarch 24, 2024
  Ade Adepitan makes a brave attempt to understand South African racial separatists; GoT’s creators deliver a mind-blowing sci-fi epic; Kristen Wiig tries to infiltrate a Palm Beach elite; and vaping goes under the microscope Whites Only: Ade’s Extremist Adventure Channel 4 | channel4.com 3 Body Problem Netflix Palm Royale Apple TV+ Jordan North: The Truth About Vaping (BBC Three) | iPlayer Where to start with the Channel… Read more: The week in TV: Whites Only: Ade’s Extremist Adventure; 3 Body Problem; Palm Royale; Jordan North: The Truth About Vaping – review
• The week in TV: Whites Only: Ade’s Extremist Adventure; 3 Body Problem; Palm Royale; Jordan North: The Truth About Vaping – reviewMarch 24, 2024
  Ade Adepitan makes a brave attempt to understand South African racial separatists; GoT’s creators deliver a mind-blowing sci-fi epic; Kristen Wiig tries to infiltrate a Palm Beach elite; and vaping goes under the microscope Whites Only: Ade’s Extremist Adventure Channel 4 | channel4.com 3 Body Problem Netflix Palm Royale Apple TV+ Jordan North: The Truth About Vaping (BBC Three) | iPlayer Where to start with the Channel… Read more: The week in TV: Whites Only: Ade’s Extremist Adventure; 3 Body Problem; Palm Royale; Jordan North: The Truth About Vaping – review
• The week in TV: Whites Only: Ade’s Extremist Adventure; 3 Body Problem; Palm Royale; Jordan North: The Truth About Vaping – reviewMarch 24, 2024
  Ade Adepitan makes a brave attempt to understand South African racial separatists; GoT’s creators deliver a mind-blowing sci-fi epic; Kristen Wiig tries to infiltrate a Palm Beach elite; and vaping goes under the microscope Whites Only: Ade’s Extremist Adventure Channel 4 | channel4.com 3 Body Problem Netflix Palm Royale Apple TV+ Jordan North: The Truth About Vaping (BBC Three) | iPlayer Where to start with the Channel… Read more: The week in TV: Whites Only: Ade’s Extremist Adventure; 3 Body Problem; Palm Royale; Jordan North: The Truth About Vaping – review
• DA Tables a Formal Motion of No Confidence in Mapisa-NqakulaMarch 23, 2024
  ICYMI: [DA] Note to editors: Please find attached a soundbite by Siviwe Gwarube MP.http://dlvr.it/T4VNwK
• South Africa’s ANC Pushes to Keep Zuma’s Party Out of ElectionsMarch 22, 2024
  ICYMI: [VOA] Johannesburg — South Africa’s governing party has gone to court to try stop a newly created rival party from contesting May elections.http://dlvr.it/T4Rjty
• DA Tables a Formal Motion of No Confidence in Mapisa-NqakulaMarch 22, 2024
  [DA] Note to editors: Please find attached a soundbite by Siviwe Gwarube MP.http://dlvr.it/T4RjKf
• Rishi Sunak’s government would ban the very boycotts that helped to end apartheid | Peter HainMarch 21, 2024
  ICYMI: A bill now in the Lords is intended to protect Israel from any criticism. It goes further than Thatcher ever did when she tried to stop us protesting to free Nelson Mandela Historic change was brought about in my home country thanks in no small part to the anti-apartheid protests and campaigns around the world. By boycotting sports, and goods such as wine and oranges, the… Read more: Rishi Sunak’s government would ban the very boycotts that helped to end apartheid | Peter Hain
• The Lawyers and Auditors Who Cashed in On Corruption At PrasaMarch 21, 2024
  ICYMI: [GroundUp] Audit firm to be investigated by regulatorhttp://dlvr.it/T4Nwn8
• South Africa’s ANC Pushes to Keep Zuma’s Party Out of ElectionsMarch 21, 2024
  [VOA] Johannesburg — South Africa’s governing party has gone to court to try stop a newly created rival party from contesting May elections.http://dlvr.it/T4NwG7
• Lee Harris obituaryMarch 20, 2024
  ICYMI: My father, Lee Harris, who has died aged 87, ran what is believed to have been London’s first “headshop”, selling cannabis-related accoutrements. He established the business in the early 1970s in London, and called it Alchemy. Attracting customers from all over the world, it was a popular institution for more than four decades, until he closed it down on his retirement in 2016 at the age… Read more: Lee Harris obituary