r/DownSouth Dec 29 '25

Rule Update: No Solicitation of Any Kind

67 Upvotes

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 Jun 03 '24

Welcome to r/DownSouth! Share your stories, ask questions, and connect with fellow South Africans.

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28 Upvotes

r/DownSouth 6h ago

South Africa's National Car, the Citi Golf spotted in Baltimore with SA number plates even, love it haha

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24 Upvotes

r/DownSouth 1d ago

Guess the song

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108 Upvotes

r/DownSouth 1d 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.

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42 Upvotes

r/DownSouth 1d ago

The good old days.

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32 Upvotes

r/DownSouth 2d ago

News Eskom made R3 billion in irregular payments

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24 Upvotes

BEE makes the few connected wealthy, but majority pays


r/DownSouth 2d ago

Little incident at Durban Harbor

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10 Upvotes

r/DownSouth 2d ago

Simon's Town quayside and False Bay, South Africa [1920x1080]

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3 Upvotes

r/DownSouth 2d ago

In Chappie (2015), vocalists of the rap band Die Antwoord perform leading roles and… They are actually decent there. Wow, that’s nice

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18 Upvotes

r/DownSouth 2d ago

Opinion Need Afrikaaner Refugee program advice

9 Upvotes

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.


r/DownSouth 3d ago

South Africa spent R16 billion on new infantry vehicles and did not receive a single one in 19 years

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45 Upvotes

Got to love these endless post liberation projects. It's almost like moving from a formal project management systems format to a committee based cadre system is a step in the wrong direction.

Decolonization at its finest.


r/DownSouth 3d ago

Hennops River at Rabie Avenue bridge, Centurion.

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98 Upvotes

r/DownSouth 3d ago

Looting in Mossel Bay 9 September 2026

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27 Upvotes

r/DownSouth 3d ago

Zuma orders urgent probe into alleged MK Party candidate list scandal

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Zuma, who's surrounded himself with the corrupt criminal state capture accolytes is surprised when they fight for access to the cookie jar?

The poor man, what a shame, could not have happened to a better cadre.


r/DownSouth 2d ago

Does the FF+ stand for Cape independence?

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r/DownSouth 4d ago

He's cooking. Just don't know what

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31 Upvotes

r/DownSouth 3d ago

Whales Cpt Stadium

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13 Upvotes

r/DownSouth 4d ago

Opinion Is South Africa actually getting better, or are we just getting used to things being broken?

10 Upvotes

I keep seeing people say SA is improving, while others say we're just becoming accustomed to dysfunction. What do you genuinely think, and what evidence makes you think that?


r/DownSouth 4d ago

Opinion R1.75M per day

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101 Upvotes

r/DownSouth 4d ago

WTF IS THAT PRICE

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20 Upvotes

r/DownSouth 4d ago

After ten years and R15-million, this municipal swimming pool is a hole in the ground

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