Durban – Civil society organisations have issued a strong call for unity and calm as tensions linked to xenophobic attacks continue to rise across KwaZulu-Natal.The African Solidarity Network (ASONET), alongside the Women Liberation Movement, addressed the media at the Gooderson Tropicana Hotel, condemning violence, discrimination and the targeting of foreign nationals. The organisations warned against […]
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The KwaZulu-Natal Department of Education has partnered with the Motsepe Foundation to deliver vital technology to schools, marking a major push toward digital learning. The programme was launched at Sizathina Primary School by MEC for Education Sipho Hlomuka, where laptops, tablets and other digital tools were handed over to learners and teachers. The initiative aims […]
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As Durban gears up for the Metro FM Music Awards, the eThekwini Municipality has intensified clean-up operations around the Moses Mabhida Stadium precinct. While officials say the campaign aims to present a “clean and dignified” image, questions remain about whether these efforts address deeper concerns around safety and long-term urban management. Municipal teams have been […]
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Learners across KwaZulu-Natal are set to benefit from a major boost in school sport after the handover of table tennis equipment to 25 schools. KZN MEC for Sport, Arts and Culture, Mntomuhle Khawula, joined Deputy Minister Peace Mabe at Gardenia Primary School in Wentworth, Durban, to officially hand over the equipment. The donation includes professional […]
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The eThekwini Municipality has officially launched its inaugural Sports Awards, calling on the public to nominate outstanding individuals and teams who have contributed to the growth of sport in the city. Nominations are open until May 15 and are open to athletes, coaches, administrators, schools, clubs and community organisations within eThekwini. The initiative aims to […]
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Plumbing contractors in eThekwini have warned they will escalate their protest action, including the possible shutdown of water supply, if the municipality fails to settle outstanding payments dating back to October last year. The contractors, classified under categories A, B and C, staged a protest outside the Florence Mkhize Building, demanding urgent intervention from city […]
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A deadly crash and tanker fire on the N12 Highway in Bassonia has raised fresh concerns among KwaZulu-Natal motorists and transport operators who frequently rely on Gauteng routes for trade and travel. The Johannesburg Metropolitan Police Department confirmed that a light motor vehicle slammed into a stationary gas tanker on the westbound lane before Comaro […]
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Proteas and Hollywoodbets Dolphins Ladies star Nonkululeko Mlaba has made history after winning the Sportswoman of the Year title for the third time at the KwaZulu-Natal Sport Awards. The prestigious event was held at the Inkosi Albert Luthuli International Convention Centre in Durban on Saturday, where Mlaba’s consistent excellence on the cricket field was celebrated.Her […]
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Minister of Social Development Sisisi Tolashe has defended her decision to keep a number of Chinese vehicles, saying she was protecting them from being seized.The issue has drawn public attention after questions were raised about why the cars were not registered under the ANC Women’s League. According to Tolashe, if the vehicles had been officially […]
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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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