Gift of the Givers continues to provide emergency relief to flood-stricken Kouga communities after a second major flood in less than 30 days.
Recent floods in parts of the Eastern Cape caused localised damage and disruption, but dam levels have since risen sharply following heavy rainfall.
Severe weather has triggered evacuations, flooding and road closures across the Garden Route, with rising rivers and safety warnings issued.
Western Cape dam levels rose to 71.47%, recovering from floods, while authorities warn of more severe weather impacting communities.
Eskom continues to make steady progress in restoring electricity supply across storm-affected areas in the Western Cape with approximately 85% of the customer base already restored.
More than 20 kilometres of the Baakens Valley trails were affected, with large sections washed away, eroded or left unsafe for public use.
Western Cape flooding brings widespread displacement, viral misinformation and unexpected wildlife sightings as residents navigate severe weather and social media-fuelled panic.
This week’s Western Cape flooding was serious business – thousands of people displaced, homes and roads underwater, the usual chaos that comes with Mother Nature having a proper tantrum. But…
The N1 national road between the Huguenot Tunnel and Worcester has reopened following a four-day closure caused by devastating floods.
At least three people died and dozens were rescued as severe flooding devastated parts of the Cape Winelands this week.