South Africa braces for heavy rains, cold snap as severe weather hits

The South African Weather Service (SAWS) has issued a stark warning to residents as a significant weather change looms over the nation. It is reported that large parts of the country are set to experience heavy rains and a sudden drop in temperatures in the coming days, as a cut-off low-pressure (COL) system is anticipated to make landfall

over the western interior starting Wednesday, April 23, 2025. Phemelo speaks to Meteorologist and Weather Forecaster at the South African Weather Service, Lehlohonolo Thobela.