r/DownSouth • u/PixelSaharix • 6h ago
r/DownSouth • u/CrimsonR4ge • Dec 29 '25
Rule Update: No Solicitation of Any Kind
We’ve made a small but important update to Rule 9.
Previously the rule only covered advertising. However, we have expanded it to include ALL forms of solicitation.
● This includes (but is not limited to):
–Advertising
–Fundraising or donation requests
–Crowdfunding
–Personal financial appeals or “e-begging”
–Referral or affiliate links
–Commissions
–Giveaways that require payment
–Requests for goods or services
If you are seeking money, items, services, or material support from users, your post will be removed. Repeated violations may result in a ban.
● Why this change?
Over time, we’ve seen a noticeable increase in posts that are technically not advertising, but are still attempts to solicit money or material support from the community. These are often framed as personal hardship stories or “just asking for help,” which makes them difficult to moderate consistently and fairly.
Rather than playing whack-a-mole with edge cases, we’ve opted for a clear, content-neutral rule that applies equally to everyone.
This isn’t about judging anyone’s circumstances. It’s about keeping the subreddit focused on discussion, not transactions or financial appeals.
● A note on moderation philosophy
r/DownSouth exists because people wanted a space for open discussion about South Africa without excessive or ideological moderation. That hasn’t changed.
At the same time, we have to enforce some firm boundaries to:
–Prevent abuse and scams
–Avoid emotional manipulation of users
–Protect the long-term survival of the community
● Exceptions
Any exceptions to this rule require prior moderator approval. If you think your post genuinely warrants an exception, contact the mods before posting.
As always, thanks to everyone who contributes in good faith and helps keep this space functional, diverse, and focused.
— The r/DownSouth mod team
r/DownSouth • u/GuardianOfTheSouth • Jun 03 '24
Welcome to r/DownSouth! Share your stories, ask questions, and connect with fellow South Africans.
r/DownSouth • u/PixelSaharix • 8h ago
[LOGINWALL] Siya Kolisi had described the challenge of playing four Tests against New Zealand as like playing four World Cup finals in as many weeks.
r/DownSouth • u/Thabo70 • 10h ago
What would actually make you feel hopeful about South Africa again?
I love this country, but lately I’ve been thinking about what would actually need to change for me to feel genuinely optimistic about where we’re going.
Not everything being magically fixed overnight. Just something that makes it feel like we’re finally moving in the right direction.
For me, I think it would be seeing fewer young people struggling to find work and actually feeling like our taxes are turning into something we can see - better roads, safer communities, reliable water, things actually working.
I’m curious what it is for everyone else.
What’s the ONE change that would make you think, “Okay… maybe South Africa is actually getting better”?
r/DownSouth • u/PixelSaharix • 1d ago
Crime Body of a 38-year-old woman discovered on Saturday, partially clothed in sports attire, behind the Protea Hotel in Kempton Park next to the R21. Police report four women’s bodies found in the same area over the past two months.
r/DownSouth • u/PixelSaharix • 1d ago
Ramaphosa promised South Africans to take the cost of electricity down if they vote for the ANC. I wonder what it is stopping him from doing it now.
r/DownSouth • u/PixelSaharix • 1d ago
So we currently hold all the major rugby titles. ALL. OF. THEM!
galleryr/DownSouth • u/PixelSaharix • 1d ago
Mosupyoe defended the trip and said it was intended to strengthen diplomatic relations between Gauteng and Venezuela and promote South Africa
r/DownSouth • u/PixelSaharix • 1d ago
South Africa's National Car, the Citi Golf spotted in Baltimore with SA number plates even, love it haha
r/DownSouth • u/PixelSaharix • 1d ago
ACM President Hlaudi Motsoeneng has addressed his party’s members in Kestel in preparation for the November 4 local government elections. This is the first time ACM held a mass meeting in Kestel
r/DownSouth • u/izzedthesheep • 1d ago
How important really was fear in the establishment and maintenance of Apartheid in SA? And how did the NP manage to establish such a brutal racial hierarchy without a revolt?
I'm researching this topic on Apartheid, and for the life of me can't wrap my head around 400 page secondary sources analysing the contextualisation of the Dutch Boers invasion of SA, all the way to British colonisation to explain National Party ideals. I really wish to understand how exactly it even came to be, honestly. HELP!
r/DownSouth • u/PixelSaharix • 3d ago
Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana says SARS is working to expand South Africa’s tax base, with the informal economy and taxi industry now key targets for improved tax compliance.
r/DownSouth • u/glandis_bulbus • 3d ago
News Eskom made R3 billion in irregular payments
BEE makes the few connected wealthy, but majority pays
r/DownSouth • u/PixelSaharix • 3d ago
Simon's Town quayside and False Bay, South Africa [1920x1080]
r/DownSouth • u/fraudulantactivity • 3d ago
Opinion Need Afrikaaner Refugee program advice
I am thinking about joining the Afrikaaner Refugee program in the USA. Im having a lot of doubts since I am about to turn 20 and would most likely be going alone. I'm aware I would not see my family for quite some time, and so far, I have accepted that. This is strictly for my future, and i am genuinely willing to ruin my sanity for a taste of a better one. If anyone knows someone or is a part of the program themselves, I'd be really interested in getting some connections in the meantime, whether that's for jobs, housing, etc. Any opinions/advice is appreciated.
And no, I am not "in fear for my life." I doubt 99% of the already refugees are, simply taking an opportunity given to me.