While some are celebrating good rains, others are concerned about rising water levels.
This is the case in the Makaepeya Village, in Limpopo, where a couple was swept away by flood waters, whilst attempting to cross a road.
Emergency services confirmed police divers found the body of a man, while the search for his partner continues.
Crime Connect, a security group, said over 500,000 people are at risk in Alexander’s Setjwetla informal settlement, as the Jukskei river is rising.
Emergency teams are stationed along the riverbank and rescue units are ready to respond.
Some residents of the Vaal are relieved that the Department of Water and Sanitation, opened 5 gates at the Vaal dam and 12, at the Vaal river barrage, on Monday, following weekend rains.
This happened just as residents of the area were preparing to evacuate, on Monday.
The Vaaldam is at 104%, while Grootdraai which feeds the Vaal, is at close to 100%. Bloemhof is also over 100%.
The South African Weather Service (SAWS) has advised rains are set to continue, at level 2.
Picture: Vaal River Rats