Grilling is a big deal in South Africa. We even have a day dedicated to it—Sept. 24, Heritage Day, AKA Braai Day; a public holiday where we celebrate our heritage by firing up the grill. It sounds ...

Archbishop Desmond Tutu, the then patron of National Braai Day, once said: “We have 11 different official languages but only one word for the wonderful institution of braai, in Xhosa, English, ...

These smoky pork and pepper sosaties are made for Heritage Day, with tender meat, sweet peppers and green beans cooked over the coals.

In a nation with 11 languages, Braai is the unifier. Braai roughly translates to barbecue, and it is as much a pastime as a cuisine. South Africa is a country known for its cultural diversity, but ...

JOHANNESBURG — Every September 24, South Africans observe Heritage Day, a celebration the country's diverse cultures and beliefs. But some people want the day to focus on the one thing all South ...

Around 3,000 participants were expected for The World’s Biggest Braai, held on Heritage Day, with roughly 500 pre-lit stations prepared across the venue. Participants cooked boerewors, the traditional ...

If you’re firing up the grill on Braai Day, here are 10 South African songs guaranteed to get your party started.

For many South Africans, a braai is about more than sharing a meal. It is a place where families and friends connect, stories are exchanged, and traditions are passed from one generation to the next.

Planning a Braai Day outdoors? Check the forecast for warm and hot conditions, afternoon showers and thundershowers in some areas.

If you’ve got Heritage Day plans tomorrow, whether it’s a braai, a hike, or a day at the beach, here’s what to actually expect from the weather. It’s worth knowing before you commit to anything.

Nelson Mandela is officially "improving," though still in critical condition at a South African hospital. His long battle with a lung infection has South Africans anxiously contemplating their ...

Nelson Mandela is officially "improving," though still in critical condition at a South African hospital. His long battle with a lung infection has South Africans anxiously contemplating their ...