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Why volunteering matters more than ever in today’s world

Each year, Winter brings a familiar but devastating reality for many South Africans: freezing temperatures, inadequate shelter, and a struggle to survive. For people living on the streets, those in informal settlements, and children in under-resourced schools, winter is not just uncomfortable, it can be deadly.

Saturday Star News
Sharon Gordon|Published

Say goodbye to winter dryness: expert hand care tips for soft skin

Don't let winter weather wreak havoc on your hands. Discover essential hand care tips to maintain soft and healthy skin this season.

Lifestyle Health
Alyssia Birjalal|Published

Embrace winter with these skincare tips for glowing skin and alluring scents

Discover how to embrace winter with glowing skin and captivating scents.

Lifestyle Style Beauty Beauty
Oluthando Keteyi|Published

Brrrace yourself: Snow forecast as cold front approaches KZN

South Africans are bracing for a significant cold front, with KwaZulu-Natal set to face heavy rains and hazardous conditions.

News South Africa
Xolile Mtembu|Published

Why winter is the perfect time for strategic moves in the South African property market

While historically viewed as a quieter season for real estate, winter is said to have become a time when shrewd buyers make calculated moves.

Business Property
Given Majola|Published

Eskom promises to keep SA warm during winter

Eskom Group Chief Executive Dan Marokane outlines the utility's winter outlook for 2025, highlighting improvements in operational performance and the potential for rolling blackouts if demand increases.

Cape Times News
Simon Majadibodu|Published

Eskom’s winter 2025 plan: Stable grid, fewer outages, and no stage 5 blackouts in sight

Eskom Group Chief Executive Dan Marokane outlines the utility's winter outlook for 2025, highlighting improvements in operational performance and the potential for rolling blackouts if demand increases.

News Energy
Simon Majadibodu|Published

Eskom's promising winter 2025 outlook: A future without load shedding?

Eskom's Winter 2025 forecast reveals a promising future, with no load shedding expected if unplanned outages are controlled.

Business
Se-Anne Rall|Published

Winter is coming: unleash your inner adventurer with Mzansi's ultimate winter guide

Explore the diverse winter experiences South Africa has to offer, from thrilling snow sports in the Drakensberg to serene beach days in Durban.

Travel South Africa
ZamaNdosi Cele|Published

Load shedding remains suspended as Eskom gears up for winter peak demand

Eskom addresses winter demand, urges public cooperation, and reveals strategic plans to enhance service reliability.

News South Africa
IOL Reporter|Published

Top 10 budget-friendly winter retreats for couples in South Africa

Explore South Africa's hidden winter gems where couples can rekindle romance without overspending. From misty mountain retreats to cosy coastal havens, these 10 affordable getaways set the perfect scene for fireside cuddles and starlit braais.

Lifestyle
Sasha-Lee Setzin|Published

Here's your winter forcast: Western Cape braces for a drier-than-usual winter in 2025

With predictions of below-normal rainfall for South Africa's winter 2025, experts warn of potential impacts on water storage and agriculture, while infrastructure departments prepare for challenges ahead.

Weekend Argus News
Tracy-Lynn Ruiters|Published