Cabinet has approved 2026 commemorative R2 and R5 circulation coins from the SARB honouring Charlotte Maxeke, 1976, the Constitution and the Women’s March.
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Calendar Rewritten: Early High Water Could Reshape Victoria Falls’ Tourist Seasons
An early Zambezi flood from Zambian and Angolan rains has merged Victoria Falls’ Easter and May–October peaks, forcing the trade to plan for a moving season.
Milestones of Freedom: How SA Marks Its Liberation Anniversaries
South Africa’s Milestones of Freedom campaign launches 18 June 2026, marking liberation anniversaries including the 1956 Women’s March.
Stanbic Festival Scales Up, Hiring 500+ for Music Extravaganza
Stanbic Bank’s Music and Lifestyle Festival was set to hire 500+ staff in 2026, up from 400 — a small test of whether Botswana’s events economy creates jobs.
Early Flood, Full Houses: Victoria Falls Hotels Top 70% Occupancy as Easter Crowds Arrive
Victoria Falls hotels topped 70% occupancy over Easter 2026 as an early Zambezi flood met holiday crowds, holding firm despite flight disruption.
Reset at 50: How Youth Month Frames Education and Enterprise for a New Generation
Youth Month 2026 marks 50 years since the 1976 Soweto Uprising under RESET@50, focusing on equal education, inclusion and skills development.
Indaba Pitch: How SA Tourism Logged 2.91 Million Arrivals and an Aviation-Hub Bid
At Travel Indaba 2026 South Africa reported 2.91m arrivals, up 12.5%, and pitched itself as Africa’s aviation hub. What it takes to deliver.
Cage Business: How PFL Africa’s Pretoria Card Grew the MMA Economy
PFL Africa’s second-season card at Pretoria’s SunBet Arena drew thousands, with 11 fights and backing from Siya Kolisi and Wayde van Niekerk.
Pink Retreat: How Tintswalo’s Summer House Adds Whimsy to the Cape Coast
Tintswalo Summer House, a 12-suite pink boutique hotel in Glencairn, opened April 2026 with themed suites, a pool and local cuisine.