Premier Ntuli Leads Crime-Fighting Imbizo in Mandeni Amid Surge in Gun Violence

By Motshwari Mofokeng KwaZulu-Natal Premier Thamsanqa Ntuli on Tuesday, 8 September 2026, led a critical crime-fighting imbizo at Sibusisiwe Community Hall in Mandeni, iLembe District, following a recent surge in violent gun crime in the area. The visit comes after the tragic killing of a local high school pupil and the shooting of 52-year-old Bonginkosi […]

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PREMIER NTULI WARNS OFFICIALS COLLUDING WITH CRIMINALS

By Motshwari Mofokeng KwaZulu-Natal Premier Thamsanqa Ntuli has firmly criticized officials who are said to share private information with criminals and businesses, which could jeopardize law enforcement efforts. Premier Ntuli made these remarks during a coordinated, intelligence-driven operation as part of the Engangeni Ngesang’ Iyafohla campaign at the Isithebe Industrial Zone. The operation faced challenges […]

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KZN GOVERNMENT TAKES STOCK OF SERVICE DELIVERY PROGRESS

By Motshwari Mofokeng The KwaZulu-Natal Office of the Premier has held a service delivery reflection at the Archie Gumede Conference Centre in Mayville, Durban, bringing government departments and key stakeholders together to assess progress in delivering basic services across the province. Held under the theme “State of Service Delivery of Basic Services by Municipalities,” the […]

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‘COUNCILLORS MUST SERVE THE PEOPLE WHO VOTED FOR THEM’ –Dr KEKANA

By Motshwari Mofokeng and Sphume Msomi EMPANGENI — ActionSA Deputy President Dr Bahare Kekana has called for greater accountability among councillors, warning elected public representatives against using political office to enrich themselves while communities continue to struggle with unemployment.Kekana was speaking in Empangeni during ActionSA’s unveiling of its Mayoral and ward councillor candidates for the […]

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The eThekwini Metro Police Hiring Scandal: R420,000 Job Scam Leads to City Action

By Motshwari Mofokeng Desperate job seekers reportedly lost a total of R420,000 after being promised jobs with the Metro Police that never came through, leading eThekwini Municipality to strengthen its efforts against corruption in hiring practices. City Manager Musa Mbhele confirmed these claims during a media briefing on Wednesday, where he discussed the measures being […]

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eThekwini launches National Clean-Up Month with call for community action

By Motshwari Mofokeng eThekwini Municipality has officially launched National Clean-Up Month, urging residents and businesses to take greater responsibility for keeping communities clean and protecting the environment. The launch, held at KwaMashu Community Hall in Section L, was held under the theme “It Starts With Me” and brought together municipal officials, residents and stakeholders. A […]

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Amajuba Women’s Evening Tackles Gender-Based Violence and Celebrates Cultural Leadership

By Motshwari Mofokeng Newcastle — Amajuba District Municipality has reiterated its dedication to fighting gender-based violence (GBV) and uplifting women during a special evening event on 26 August 2026 at DUDSK B&B in Enyonini. The gathering included Municipal Manager Mrs C.B. Mkhize, HRH Queen kaMayisela Zulu, First Lady Mrs Sbahle Mthembu, district councillors, and Sphumelele […]

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KZN First Lady Celebrates Women’s Month With Widows

By Motshwari Mofokeng KwaZulu-Natal First Lady Mrs S.P. Ntuli has commemorated Women’s Month by engaging with widows in Umlalazi Local Municipality under the theme, “Embracing, Empowering and Supporting Women: Turning Loss into New Possibilities.”The event was attended by Umlalazi Mayor Councillor Q.T. Xulu and KZN Director-General Ms Nokuthula G. Khanyile.Addressing the gathering, Mrs Ntuli assured […]

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