As of now (June 2025), here are 5 of the top questions South Africans are asking, based on trending news, online search data, and public discourse:
1. Will the new coalition government last?
Since the 2024 national elections led to a hung parliament, South Africa has been governed by a multi-party coalition. People are closely watching whether this government can maintain unity and deliver on promised reforms.
2. Is load shedding finally over?
Despite recent improvements, many are asking whether Eskom has truly stabilized the power grid and if load shedding—a long-standing issue—has been permanently resolved or just temporarily eased.
3. What is happening with the rand?
The South African rand has been volatile. Citizens are asking why the currency is fluctuating so much and what impact this will have on inflation, fuel prices, and food costs.
4. Is the NHI (National Health Insurance) going to be implemented?
With the NHI bill signed into law, South Africans are wondering how this will affect private healthcare, public hospitals, and their own access to affordable medical services.
5. Is Cape Town running out of water again?
Concerns over water shortages and dam levels in the Western Cape have resurfaced due to low rainfall. Residents are asking whether they face another “Day Zero” crisis like in 2018.
