Since it started bucketing down late Tuesday night, the Cape has had its fair share of rain. Today the City of Cape Town released the latest dam levels.
They warned it was going to get hectic after lunch, and over in Sea Point it’s clear the storm is making good on those promises.
Feel it, it is here – the monster finally kicked into gear late last night, and it did manage to do some damage. Of course the ‘best’ is still to come.
It’s been a year and a half since world leaders met in Paris, agreeing on a plan of action to preserve our planet for future generations. Seems like ages ago, now.
They say there’s strength in numbers, and that’s certainly true for this herd of buffaloes up in Kruger Park. Looks like someone is going home hungry.
On rare occasions the Grand Canyon sees a full cloud inversion occur, and thankfully videographer Harun Mehmedinovic was on hand to film the beauty.
I guess the world has a funny way of levelling out over time, with big game hunter Theunis Botha meeting his demise at the hands of a charging elephant.
The African continent is blessed with national parks that are the envy of the rest of the world, so let’s look at five of our crown jewels.
Ahead of the weekend we were told to expect snow and serious storms, and the weather gods didn’t disappoint. Let’s check out some of the better pics and videos.
No, we’re not talking about that Ozzie guy and his reviews on just about everything. Don’t worry, these blokes watching a meteor shower are still very entertaining.
Mount Everest isn’t the easiest peak to climb, yet it is many climbers’ most desirable for obvious reasons. If you plan to do it illegally then let this Jozi man’s experience be a warning.
South Africa is filled with awe-inspiring natural wonders, and some of our man-made features aren’t too shabby either. Here’s a beautiful reminder via CNN.
Being associated with vampires and the dark arts never does wonders for ones popularity, but bats really do have a bad rap.
No one is going to react that well to a surprise attack from a crocodile, but at least this young ellie has some friends for backup.
There’s something magical about seeing satellite images of our world, but when those images feature Africa, it’s just a whole lot better.
Sometimes the only way to handle winds of 260 km/h is to have a laugh, and there are few places better at taking the piss than Australia.
Most people are familiar with the Northern Lights, but down south in Australasia they have their own thing going on. This footage from midair is special.
Time and time again, people sharing fake information stirs up bouts of chaos. Here’s what’s actually happening with Cape Town’s water supply at the moment.
National Geographic have decided to let us watch Leo’s epic new doccie free of charge, so clear a little time and make sure to settle in for this one.
Italy might boast one of the most beautiful mountain ranges in the world, but it seems that comes at a price. Their earthquake problems aren’t anything new.
Time to give some props to the standout wildlife photographs of the year, and this selection does a fantastic job of showcasing what the natural world has to offer.
Up in the Free State they’ve been struggling with a lack of rain, so maybe they weren’t all that bleak when a massive hailstorm struck the area.
Strict water restrictions are making their way to the Cape in November and, to be prepared, here’s everything you need to know. Good luck out there.
This year, the Castle of Good Hope is celebrating its 350th anniversary, so what better way to kick it off than by taking a gander through some natural heritage?
I’ve dealt with two puff adders first hand in Camps Bay, and with a now with a cabin in the Klein Karoo mountains, snake awareness is not something I skimp on.
Mick Fanning may have delivered a punch in order to save his bacon, but this guy decided a broom was all he needed to fend off a rather large shark.
Last week we got our first glimpse at what lies in store for fans of BBC classic ‘Planet Earth’, but now the new trailer really raises the bar.
2016 has been a year filled with obituaries and RIPs, but perhaps this one says more about how we treat the world around us more than any other.
There are certain moments from the BBC’s Planet Earth series that have become the stuff of legend, and the follow up promises much of the same.
We have our fair share of trouble down here on the tip of Africa, but our storms don’t come close to the beast that is bearing down on America’s east coast.