Happening Across South Africa Today | 14 July 2026 — Yesteryear Highlights (14 July 2021)

Originally posted on 14 July 2021 — this SA Today episode documents a day of riots in Durban. extreme winter weather, wildfire activity and regional events across South Africa. Footage captures unrest in Durban, heavy rain and coastal surf in Cape Town suburbs, large veld fires in Magoebaskloof, snow on highland passes, wildlife at Kruger and community sport in Velddrif. Key scenes and locations Durban unrest — on‑the‑ground footage from the 2021 Durban riots showing public disorder and emergency response activity. Sutherland snow — snow‑covered highland landscapes on the R354 between Sutherland and Matjiesfontein, illustrating winter conditions in the Karoo. Fish Hoek, Wynberg and Kalk Bay — heavy rainfall produced flooded streets and hazardous driving conditions in southern Cape Town suburbs. Magoebaskloof veld fires — large fires affecting vegetation and nearby communities with visible firefighting efforts. Glencairn coast — strong winds and rough seas with elevated surf and coastal spray. Kruger National Park — elephant family sightings and other game drive footage. Spier Wine Estate, Stellenbosch — vineyard and estate scenes from the Winelands. Blue Horizon Bay — container and carrier ships passing the Eastern Cape coastline, highlighting maritime traffic. Velddrif — Berg River Marathon coverage and local event atmosphere. Weather snapshot and travel implications System overview: A strong winter system produced heavy rain and strong winds in parts of the Western Cape, snowfall in high inland areas and elevated coastal surf. Travel advice: Avoid driving through flooded streets or standing water; reduce speed on wet roads and expect delays where runoff or debris affects routes. Check local traffic updates before travelling through mountain passes where snow or ice may persist. Safety and community guidance During civil unrest: Keep a safe distance from demonstrations and follow official instructions from law enforcement. Avoid non‑essential travel in affected areas and monitor local news for updates. Flood safety: Do not drive through flooded roads; turn around and use alternative routes. Follow municipal alerts for road closures and safe crossing points. Wildfire response: Evacuate if instructed, keep clear access for emergency vehicles, and report new fires to local authorities. Protect livestock and secure property where possible. Wildlife etiquette: On game drives, remain in vehicles and follow ranger instructions to protect both visitors and animals. About the Channel: I’m Christiaan, travelling with my wife and a team of contributors across South Africa to bring daily travel and weather updates. We capture towns, coastlines, parks, events, and wildlife, and include maps and brief notes on where the footage was filmed. Subscribe to join our journey and share what the weather was like in your town today. Connect: Facebook –   / satoday1   Telegram – https://t.me/SATodayChannel Business enquiries – [email protected] Subscribe for daily South Africa updates and tell us what the weather was like in your town today — we read every comment. #southafrica #durban #riot #2021 #Kruger #satoday #rsatoday