Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA): South Africa has officially launched a new online Electronic Travel Authorisation system at OR Tambo, rejecting 6,126 fraudulent applications after processing 216,204 so far, using passport scans and selfie-based biometric checks to speed up entry for eligible travellers from China, India, Indonesia and Mexico. Winter travel disruption: The SA Weather Service warns of bitter cold, strong winds and disruptive snow across parts of the Eastern Cape, Free State and KwaZulu-Natal, with road closures and cautions for motorists, including monitoring around major routes like the N3. Commuter safety push: A UCT report finds most South Africans would switch to train commuting if services felt reliable and safe, but public transport use remains tiny due to safety concerns. Tourism & wildlife spotlight: Kruger’s 100th anniversary is driving fresh debate on rhinos, elephants and park management, with SANParks highlighting that conservation is far more than counting animals. Rugby travel buzz: All Blacks coach Dave Rennie says Richie Mo’unga is recalled for the South Africa series after Billy Proctor’s shoulder injury, with the first Test set for Johannesburg’s Ellis Park on Aug 22. Local travel safety note: A motorcycle crash in Charlton Township near Johannesburg left one rider dead after being airlifted, with helmet use flagged in the investigation.