Western Cape Weather Alert: SAWS issued a severe Level 8 warning for the Western Cape as a cold front/cut-off low brings torrential rain, strong winds and flooding risk from Wednesday to Thursday, with heavy totals possible around the Garden Route and Central Karoo—authorities urge residents and motorists to avoid unnecessary travel. Bafana Bafana World Cup Travel: South Africa’s national team finally departed for North America after a visa mix-up delayed their flight, with assistant coach Helman Mkhalele left behind after a US visa denial; Sport Minister Gayton McKenzie says the fault was “entirely on our side” despite thanks to the US Embassy for help. New SARS Border Rule: Foreign-registered vehicle travellers must now declare vehicles to SARS before crossing the border, including passport details, driver info, stay duration, registration number and VIN—SARS encourages online declarations to cut delays. Xenophobia Fallout for Travellers: Mozambique says at least five of its citizens were killed in xenophobic attacks in Mossel Bay, while Ghana issued advisories urging citizens to avoid non-essential travel to South Africa amid anti-immigrant violence. US Visa Processing Shake-up: The US plans to cut Africa visa-processing missions from nearly 50 to 20 hubs, which could mean longer, costlier trips for applicants across the continent. Cape Town Tourism Business: Afton Safari Lodge announced a sister property in Cape Town, promising a smoother start for international safari and adventure travellers near OR Tambo.