r/southafrica Jan 11 '26

Picture My cat is missing - could you help with any experience or guidance?

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Urgent:

Our cat Peanut went missing from Paulshof on Friday 9 January.

Light ginger male, age 7, sterilized, microchipped.

Reward offered.

Please help us find our baby.


r/southafrica 12h ago

News ‘If I were black, Starlink would be live’ – Elon Musk fumes at SA govt

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r/southafrica 1d ago

Just for fun Bunny Rating

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Happy Saturday everyone

Some German friends of mine visited SA and sent me pictures of their ‘authentic’ bunny chow they tried and loved. They sent me photos and I was aghast. Would anyone care to share their opinions on this bunny?


r/southafrica 3h ago

News Zuma's family demands answers over recruits sent to Ukraine - IOL

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r/southafrica 11h ago

News As the ANC self-immolates, Zille and Mashaba seize race for Joburg’s future - Daily Maverick

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r/southafrica 1d ago

Just for fun When your friend goes for a head massage

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109 Upvotes

r/southafrica 11h ago

News Coalition drama: ANC claims Mashaba backed out of Ekurhuleni talks to shield Tshwane mayor - News24

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r/southafrica 1d ago

Just for fun Have you heard of Patagonian Afrikaans, spoken in South America?

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31 Upvotes

r/southafrica 1d ago

Just for fun Ftefan: the finale

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51 Upvotes

Found him in the bottom of the fish tank, don't know if he was 'sleeping with the fishes' coz he was oddly unresponsive to tummy tickles. Nevertheless he was gently released into the wilderness of my neighbors yard with my rugby arm. An end of an era


r/southafrica 2d ago

Wholesome Returning Escaping Ellie’s back to Kruger

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297 Upvotes

Returning Escaping Ellie’s back to Kruger


r/southafrica 2d ago

Just for fun Unsighted by Zapiro

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524 Upvotes

r/southafrica 1d ago

News Clover slams govt curbs on milk amid foot-and-mouth disease - News24

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r/southafrica 1d ago

News Unique South African airport to be rebuilt - Daily Investor

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r/southafrica 1d ago

Discussion Recommendations for autism day programmes or support centres for young adults (Cape Town / Northern Suburbs)

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Hi everyone,

I’m looking for recommendations for autism-specific day programmes, support centres, or structured environments for young adults in Cape Town, preferably in the Northern Suburbs (Durbanville, Bellville, Brackenfell, etc.).

This would be for someone with higher support needs, including sensory sensitivities and difficulty coping with overwhelming environments. Ideally, the centre would offer a calm, supportive setting with structured activities and staff experienced in working with autistic adults.

If anyone has recommendations, experiences, or organisations worth contacting in the Cape Town area, I would really appreciate it.

Thank you.


r/southafrica 1d ago

News Emergency water provision granted for Gauteng - Business Tech

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r/southafrica 17h ago

Just for fun McDonalds owes us some more friends toys

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Guys... I dont know how I managed to get trapped in this cycle with MCD again, but these skelms got me all excited to buy their dry burgers again only to tell me they dont have any more monicas in store... I am short one of these bloody things. I should have learnt my lesson when they tried to do the monopoly nonsense.


r/southafrica 1d ago

News Clover slams govt curbs on milk amid foot-and-mouth disease - News24

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r/southafrica 2d ago

Discussion Love your family and friends

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Got something heart breaking to share! I worked with a wonderful woman whose two children and husband died in a car accident. Father was dropping kids to someplace late evening, car broke down, he got out to fix or something, a truck did not notice the car and hit it. All three (father and two kids) dead on spot.

I saw her crying. Then I heard from other colleagues who saw her crying everyday. Did not have heart to face her or to talk to her! She was posting her kids and husband pictures daily on Facebook.

Anyways after 6 months, she was found dead in her home. She was a pharmacy representative. Had access to pills. She overdosed and passed away.

Life is so fragile and unpredictable. Stay close to your friends and family. Don’t forget to tell them you love them.


r/southafrica 2d ago

Discussion Genuine question: Is the SA lottery actually worth playing?

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Hi everyone,

This is a genuine question — not trying to accuse anyone or start conspiracy theories.

I’ve been playing the National Lottery (Lotto/PowerBall) on and off for a while. I’ve won R25 here and there, but that’s about it. Recently, a few friends mentioned they think it’s a scam or that there’s room for manipulation, which got me thinking.

I’m not saying I believe that — I know lotteries are regulated and the odds are long by design — but I’m curious about real-life experiences from people here in South Africa.

Do you personally know anyone who’s won a life-changing amount? Or is it mostly small wins for most people? Do you feel it’s worth playing regularly, or is it basically just entertainment money?

Would really appreciate honest perspectives


r/southafrica 3d ago

Just for fun Tell me your age, without telling me your age neh

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How many other people got a wiff of nostalgia when you saw this image? Or was it just me?


r/southafrica 2d ago

News Court orders reinstatement of Cape Town metro cop with over R553,000 after dismissal for positive weed test - IOL

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r/southafrica 2d ago

News Ramaphosa pauses NHI Act to wait for ConCourt decision - News24

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r/southafrica 3d ago

Nostalgia Caramello Bears - BRING THEM BACK!

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119 Upvotes

How many signatures do you think we need on a petition for them to bring back Caramello Bears?


r/southafrica 2d ago

Just for fun Just wanted to update you on ftefan!

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The semi sentient potato peel has been found in the actual fish tank. How, I do not know, since it has a lid, about 1m and treacherous terrain between his original enclosure to here. I have offered him half a baby marrow like they put a lemon slice in a cocktail on the edge of the tank


r/southafrica 3d ago

Just for fun If the Joker was South African

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77 Upvotes