Durban Port Modernisation: South Africa’s Border Management Authority (BMA) has launched a new digital Port Health Management System at Durban Harbour, replacing email requests with an end-to-end online process for inspections, free pratique, endorsements, and invoicing. Visa Watch for SA Travellers: Thailand has cut visa-free stays for South Africans from 60 to 30 days from 15 September 2026, with limits on land border entries for most affected nationalities. Road-Trip Rules at Borders: A SARS Traveller Management System (TMS) declaration requirement now applies to land crossings too (including Mozambique, Lesotho and Eswatini), with declarations due up to 24 hours before travel. Safety & Weather Alerts (KZN): eThekwini warned motorists about the N3 Eastbound near Tollgate Bridge after flooding forced lane closures, following severe storms and hail reports. Women’s Safety Spotlight: The Commission for Gender Equality called for urgent safety audits in Kempton Park after multiple women’s bodies were found, urging action beyond arrests. Heritage & Tourism: The Castle of Good Hope announced its 2026 Heritage Month programme, with a push toward digital experiences and more inclusive visitor storytelling. Travel Disruption (Durban Refugees): Refugees camped outside Home Affairs on Che Guevara Road refused buses to Lindela, citing fears over violence and rights abuses.