Prawn Stars
Fact: #2536
Despite their name, ‘Parktown prawns’ are actually crickets. Named after the Parktown suburb in Johannesburg, they are known for startling… Read More
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Mauritius’ Maiden Match
Fact: #2535
In 2023, Mauritius participated in its first-ever international cricket match at the Southern Africa qualifier of the Africa T20 Cup… Read More
The Rawalpindi Express
Fact: #2534
Shoaib Akhtar, also known as the ‘Rawalpindi Express’, bowled the fastest ball ever recorded in cricket history, at 161.3 km/h,… Read More
Whale Hello There
Fact: #2533
The Hermanus Whale Festival, held in winter, is the world’s only eco-marine festival, attracting 75,000 to 130,000 visitors annually. Now… Read More
Cold Comfort
Fact: #2532
With winter now here, Cape Town’s homeless shelters are nearly full, with The Haven’s shelters at 85% capacity. The 2022… Read More
A Dark Winter?
Fact: #2531
In South Africa, winter electricity demand is expected to be 6,000 MW higher than in summer. However, the demand in… Read More