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KwaZulu-Natal Hit by Snowfall, Disrupting Key Routes

6/12/2025

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Duma Praises Snow Removal

KwaZulu-Natal was blanketed in unexpected snowfall, causing major disruptions on key routes such as the N2 between Kokstad and Port Shepstone. MEC Siboniso Duma commended the rapid efforts of road crews in clearing the snow, while urging drivers to stay alert to weather warnings. This event underscores the province's susceptibility to severe weather conditions.

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Eastern Cape Snowfall

A rare cold front has blanketed South Africa's Eastern Cape in a stunning layer of snow, turning Barkly East and Rhodes into picturesque winter wonderlands. With the South African Weather Service warning of 5 to 15 cm of snow, locals are urged to bundle up and minimize travel as the chill lingers.

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Duma Praises Snow Removal

KwaZulu-Natal was blanketed in unexpected snowfall, causing major disruptions on key routes such as the N2 between Kokstad and Port Shepstone. MEC Siboniso Duma commended the rapid efforts of road crews in clearing the snow, while urging drivers to stay alert to weather warnings. This event underscores the province's susceptibility to severe weather conditions.

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