Story by Nyiko Moloi | The midday rush in Durban’s city centre slowed to a steady hum as chants rose above the traffic on West Street. Between taxis, office workers and street vendors, a different kind of crowd moved with purpose — not for work, but for something they say is far bigger than themselves. […]
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By Mamello Nhlapo A major boost to crime-fighting efforts in KwaZulu-Natal was marked on Friday with the official handover of a new forensic science laboratory in Mayville.Minister of Public Works and Infrastructure Dean Macpherson formally handed over the state-of-the-art facility to Acting Police Minister Firoz Cachalia, signalling a renewed commitment to strengthening criminal investigations across […]
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By Sibongile Nyamo | For countless families across KwaZulu-Natal, justice in cases of gender-based violence has long felt painfully out of reach — delayed, denied, and at times, completely lost in a system weighed down by forensic backlogs. Now, a new chapter may be unfolding.The official handover of a state-of-the-art forensic science laboratory in Mayville, […]
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Story by Sibongile Nyamo | KwaZulu-Natal was awash in red on Tuesday night as supporters of the Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) took to the streets in a show of solidarity with party leader Julius Malema, who appeared in court earlier in the day. Under the glow of streetlights and the steady hum of passing traffic, […]
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Story by Nyiko Moloi | A sombre mood settled over Durban on Wednesday as South Africans gathered to honour the life and legacy of Albert Mazibuko, the revered co-founder of Ladysmith Black Mambazo. The memorial service, hosted by the group, took place at the Covenant Fellowship Church International, drawing family members, friends, colleagues, and cultural […]
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By Mamello Nhlapo | Excitement is building in Durban as the Ntenga Foundation officially launched its 12th annual race at the iconic Durban Botanic Gardens on Tuesday, promising an event that blends athletic energy with meaningful community impact.The vibrant launch drew athletes, officials and supporters eager to hear what organisers described as their most ambitious […]
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Questions are mounting over the growing financial backing behind anti-illegal immigration activist Nkosikhona Ndabandaba after a high-value vehicle donation linked to an anonymous businessman surfaced this week. On 12 April 2026, controversial figure Ngizwe Mchunu delivered a grey Ford Ranger, estimated to be worth more than R700,000, to Ndabandaba. The bakkie, according to Mchunu, was […]
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By Ursula Wesenaar | Kaizer Chiefs delivered a strong performance to beat TS Galaxy 2-0 in an exciting PSL Betway Premiership clash, securing all three points and climbing to third place on the table.The victory marks Chiefs’ second consecutive win after last week’s 3-1 triumph over Orbit College, giving supporters renewed hope for a strong […]
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By Ursula Wesenaar | As Christians across the country mark the first Sunday after Passover, a day widely associated with hope and spiritual renewal, questions are also being raised about how deeply this message translates into everyday life beyond the church walls. Traditionally linked to the period following the resurrection of Jesus Christ, this Sunday […]
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For years, Ithala has been more than just a financial institution to many in KwaZulu-Natal — it has been a lifeline. From small business owners to pensioners and stokvel members, thousands have relied on it to safeguard their savings and support their dreams. Now, the KwaZulu-Natal government says it is taking decisive steps to restore […]
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