The South African Weather Service has confirmed El Niño conditions into 2027, but the Western Cape is a winter-rainfall region. We spoke to climate specialist Dr Tara Southey and viticulturist Marko Roux about what the season could mean for Cape vineyards, and where preparation matters most.
National headlines are warning of a hot, dry…
South Africans may still be thinking about winter after last week’s severe cold front, but before long, homes will once again be dealing with hot bedrooms, stuffy living spaces and the challenge of keeping cool without sending electricity bills soaring.
We tend to think about cooling when the first really uncomfortable week arrives, and everyone…