International Bacon Day is celebrated on the first Saturday of September, with Eskort Food teaming up with Vox Weather to feature a special bacon-themed forecast.

From clear skies to clouds, showers and possible thunderstorms, South Africa is in for mixed conditions this International Bacon Day (Saturday 5 September).

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Eskort Predicts – Key Points

• Eskort is marking International Bacon Day on Saturday, 5 September 2026, with a playful weather-themed campaign called Eskort Bacon Day.
• In collaboration with Vox Weather, Eskort is creating bacon-inspired weather forecasts for Johannesburg, Pretoria, Cape Town, Durban and Gqeberha.
• Eskort’s Chief Bacon Meteorologist, Mone Gerryts, is leading the national bacon forecast.
• As South Africa’s leading antibiotic-free pork producer, with 109 years of expertise, Eskort is the best bacon brand to brighten your day… whatever the weather.

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But whatever the weather brings, as South Africa’s leading antibiotic-free pork producer, with 109 years of expertise and gold standard quality, Eskort knows a thing or two about bacon that’s worth waking up for.

From the unmistakable sizzle in the pan to the first crispy bite, Eskort Bacon has been part of South African breakfasts and everyday meals for generations. And to mark International Bacon Day, Eskort is putting its bacon where everyone can see it; on the weather map.

The brand has partnered with Vox Weather to create a first-of-its-kind bacon-inspired weather takeover. Forecasts for Johannesburg, Pretoria, Cape Town, Durban and Gqeberha are being transformed into a nationwide call for South Africans to enjoy Eskort Bacon in their meals as they celebrate the flavours and traditions that bring our food culture to life.

Eskort’s Chief Bacon Meteorologist, Mone Gerryts, has studied the maps, checked the pressure systems and peered deeply into the frying pan. And her official forecast is in: South Africa has a 100% chance of Eskort Bacon this Saturday.

Eskort Predicts – International Bacon Day

“Come rain or shine, and whether it’s breakfast, lunch or dinner, Eskort knows that the moments we remember most often are often shared over food. As a proudly South African brand, Eskort is committed to celebrating and elevating our country’s diverse food culture, while making every shared meal more memorable with the unmistakable taste of Eskort Bacon,” says Gerryts.

International Bacon Day may be about celebrating bacon, but not all bacon deserves an equal place on the plate.

With 109 years of expertise, Eskort has spent more than a century perfecting its craft and building a reputation for quality pork products. Today, Eskort offers a versatile range of bacon options designed to complement the way South Africans eat, cook, share meals and make memories.

From crispy breakfast rashers and stacked burgers to braai favourites and leisurely weekend feasts, Eskort’s range of eight bacon varieties offers something for every bacon lover, helping to bring more flavour to every meal and every moment shared around the table.

Eskort Predicts – City Forecasts

City forecasts

Johannesburg: Cloudy periods with possible afternoon thunderstorms and a 100% chance of proudly South African Eskort bacon.

Pretoria: Warm with hazy sunshine and possible afternoon thunderstorms. Perfect conditions for world-class Eskort bacon.

Cape Town: Sunny. Premium Eskort bacon is expected to sizzle throughout the day.

Durban: Cool and mostly cloudy, with periods of rain. Perfect weather to enjoy quality Eskort bacon.

Gqeberha: Mostly sunny and mild; experts confirm ideal conditions for Eskort’s range of delicious natural wood-smoked bacon.

Vox Weather confirms a 100% chance of Eskort bacon

Vox Weather has been called in to independently monitor these highly unusual conditions. “We’ve checked the models twice. A 100% probability is unusual, but whichever way you slice or dice it, the Eskort bacon front appears to be extremely well cured,” says Annette Botha, Vox Weather Meteorologist 

“People in Gauteng and Durban should keep an eye on the clouds, while Cape Town and Gqeberha can expect brighter conditions; and everyone should prepare for the very real possibility of hearing Eskort bacon sizzling. Our advice this Saturday is simple: check the latest local forecast and make sure Eskort bacon is on the menu.”

Conclusion

Eskort’s final forecast: it’s Eskort Bacon Day

Mone Gerryts, Eskort’s Chief Bacon Meteorologist, says the idea is simple: if bacon deserves a day of its own, Eskort believes it deserves its own weather system too.

Her final forecast? “Whatever the weather, today’s forecast is clear: it’s Eskort Bacon Day.”

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Source: Kamuses