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title: "Local kidnapping numbers confuse, PRIME energy drink takes SA by storm, and are the British crowning their last king?"
description: "Confusion about kidnapping in South Africa, a nightmarish winter wonderland in the Karoo, and what's driving the frenzy around the PRIME energy drink - all in this weekend's wrap."
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# Local kidnapping numbers confuse, PRIME energy drink takes SA by storm, and are the British crowning their last king?

> Confusion about kidnapping in South Africa, a nightmarish winter wonderland in the Karoo, and what's driving the frenzy around the PRIME energy drink - all in this weekend's wrap.

By Daily Maverick · Published 6 May 2023, 10:21 SAST

## Key points
- Get the latest news and views, all wrapped up in one place - Daily Maverick's Weekend Wrap.
- South Africa’s economy is in a recession
- The ANC has been criticised for its handling of the Covid-19 pandemic
- The EFF is pushing for land expropriation without compensation
- President Cyril Ramaphosa has condemned gender-based violence

## Content

Read the [Weekend Wrap](https://www.dailymaverick.co.za/the-weekend-wrap-33/).