11 January 2013 – 11 August 2025
The Motorsport South Africa family is deeply saddened by the loss of young karting competitor, Arabelle Krause. From the moment she could reach the pedals, Arabelle’s love for racing was unstoppable. Fierce on track, kindhearted off it, she was the girl who could take on the boys with courage, skill and an unshakable smile.
She was as quick to offer a helping hand to new racers as she was to push for victory. Her passion, determination, and sportsmanship touched countless hearts across the country and beyond.
Gone far too soon, Arabelle will forever be remembered as part of our motorsport family. Our thoughts are with her family, friends and…
Literacy Rate: The country has made significant progress in improving literacy
rates since the end of apartheid, with a current rate of approximately 94%.

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Fun South African Fact: An approximate of 20% of the world’s gold is mined in South Africa.
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Van der Merwe was watching a rugby test against the British Lions at Loftus Versfeld stadium in Pretoria. In the packed stadium, there was only one empty seat – next to Van der Merwe.
\”Who does that seat belong to?\” asked his neighbour.
\”It\’s for my wife.\”
\”But why isn\’t she here?\”
\”She died.\”
\”So why didn\’t you give the ticket to one of your friends?\”
\”They\’ve all gone to the funeral.\”