Each year Google releases statistics from the top searches throughout the year. Here are some of the top searched terms from South Africa this year:
- Load-shedding
The dreaded load-shedding has been a headache for millions of South Africans who have had to deal with many hours without electricity. As we round off the year, load-shedding is still taking place, with South Africans enduring more power cuts than ever before.
- Election results
The National General Elections in May dominated the news cycle for months. Caxton Local Media reported extensively on the elections and highlighted the feelings of ordinary community members.
- Thanos
Avengers End Game was one of the most popular movies this year and was also the top trending movie search for South Africa. The villain in the movie ranks as one of the most-searched-for items.
- IEC
The Independent Electoral Commission was in charge of making sure the National General Elections ran smoothly this year. During an election year, their role is increasingly highlighted.
- Fiona Viotti
Fiona Viotti was a teacher at Bishops Diocesan College where she was found to have engaged in sexual misconduct with learners at the school. No disciplinary action took place as she had resigned.
