Tshwane – South African football icon Theophilus Khumalo has been awarded an honorary Doctor of Philosophy in Science by Tshwane University of Technology, recognising his outstanding contribution to sport and community development. Affectionately known as “Doctor,” Khumalo rose to prominence as a gifted midfielder for Kaizer Chiefs and later became a key figure in the […]
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AmaJuba District — The KwaZulu-Natal Boxing Federation has raised concern over the state of boxing infrastructure in the AmaJuba District following an oversight visit by its chairperson, Sandile Vilakazi.Vilakazi toured a local boxing gym this week as part of a province-wide assessment aimed at improving conditions for both amateur and professional fighters. The facility, run […]
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Retired headmaster Sipho Magwaza is honoured by the KwaMashu community for his decades of transformative leadership at Dr J.L. Dube High School.The KwaMashu community in the INK area has come together to celebrate the remarkable career of veteran educator and headmaster, Mr Sipho Magwaza, who officially retires after 38 years in public service. Fondly known […]
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By Ursula Wesenaar | Durban commuters are preparing for another financial strain as taxi fares across the city are set to increase from tomorrow, placing additional pressure on already stretched household budgets. The adjustment, announced by local taxi associations, will see fares rise between R2 and R5 depending on the distance travelled, affecting several major […]
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Caption: Displaced families gather near temporary shelters after a fire tore through Quarry West Informal Settlement in Durban.A devastating fire swept through the Quarry West Informal Settlement near Reservoir Hills in Durban on Thursday morning, destroying more than 100 homes and leaving nearly 200 people without shelter.According to the eThekwini Municipality, Emergency Services teams responded […]
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Story and pics by Ursula Wesenaar | Caption: Small business owners showcase their products at the Durban ICC during the 28th Durban Business Fair. The eThekwini Municipality hosted its 28th Durban Business Fair at the Durban ICC on Thursday, bringing together entrepreneurs, government leaders and industry stakeholders to support small businesses. Minister of Small Business […]
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Two South African Police Service (SAPS) Crime Intelligence officers were ambushed and shot in Mount Edgecombe on Thursday, leaving one dead and another critically injured.The shocking attack has sent waves of concern through law enforcement agencies in Durban, as details surrounding the motive remain unclear. Emergency responders rushed to the scene, where the injured officer […]
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Caption: Winners celebrate at the Hollywoodbets Greyville Racecourse after millions in funding were awarded to support small business growth across KwaZulu-Natal. KwaZulu-Natal’s small business sector received a major boost as the Bambelela Business Awards concluded a successful three-day programme, celebrating entrepreneurship while injecting over R1.1 million into local enterprises. The initiative brought together 128 micro, […]
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Delegates packed the Durban ICC for the Business Indaba, engaging with experts on funding, compliance and market access ahead of the Durban Business Fair. The Durban Business Fair Business Indaba, held on 29 April at the Durban ICC, proved a resounding success as it attracted a full house of entrepreneurs, industry leaders and aspiring business […]
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KwaZulu-Natal police have cracked a multi-million rand cellphone phishing syndicate operating from a well-known beachfront hotel in Durban, leading to the arrest of five suspects.The suspects include three Nigerian nationals and two local women. They were apprehended following a coordinated investigation by SAPS KwaZulu-Natal Crime Intelligence units focusing on commercial, financial and cybercrime, together with […]
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