Orlando Pirates were crowned Betway Premiership champions after defeating Orbit College FC 2-0 in a dramatic title-clinching encounter on Saturday — despite not scoring a single goal themselves. Both goals came from costly defensive errors by Orbit College, handing Pirates their first league title since 2012 and ending the long-standing dominance of Mamelodi Sundowns. The […]
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By Malcolm Hlongwane | Leaders and members of the Ethiopian and Somali diaspora communities in South Africa have issued an urgent public declaration calling on the South African government and the Department of Home Affairs to address what they describe as worsening administrative and humanitarian challenges facing their communities. In a joint statement, the communities […]
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By Malcolm Hlongwane The eThekwini Municipality’s Economic Development and Planning Committee has praised the work of SmartXchange Centre of Excellence for its continued efforts in supporting and developing small businesses through its incubator programme. The committee, led by Chairperson Thembo Ntuli, visited the centre to monitor progress and evaluate the impact of public funds invested […]
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The South African Police Service (SAPS) has issued a stern warning amid growing marches and protests targeting undocumented migrants across parts of the country. Authorities stressed that no individual, community group, or organisation has the legal authority to order foreign nationals to leave South Africa. The warning comes as tensions continue to rise in Durban […]
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Durban — The eThekwini Municipality has reportedly launched a coordinated operation aimed at verifying the legal documentation of foreign nationals residing within the metro, with municipal buses being used to transport individuals for processing and compliance checks. According to reports, the initiative forms part of broader efforts by local authorities to ensure that all residents […]
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Malcolm Hlongwane | The eThekwini Municipality’s Economic Development and Planning Committee has commended the work being done by the SmartXchange Centre of Excellence for its role in supporting and developing small businesses through its incubator programme. The committee, led by Chairperson Thembo Ntuli, visited the centre to monitor progress and assess the impact of public […]
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Motshwari Mofokeng Arsenal have won the 2025/26 Premier League title after Manchester City were held to a 1-1 draw by Bournemouth. The result left City four points behind Arsenal with only one match remaining, confirming Mikel Arteta’s side as champions for the first time in 22 years. Arsenal secured their 14th English league title, adding […]
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Three suspected criminals were shot and killed during a gun battle with police in Marianhill, west of Durban, on Wednesday morning.According to police, the suspects had been on the run for several serious crimes, including kidnapping, fraud, and possession of illegal firearms. Authorities said officers tracked the suspects to the Marianhill area, where a confrontation […]
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Hundreds of foreign nationals spent the night outside the Durban Central police station after allegedly fleeing threats and intimidation linked to the controversial “March and March” operation in the Durban CBD. The group, estimated to be around 500 people, including women and young children, gathered outside the station demanding government intervention and protection. Some were […]
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The uMkhonto weSizwe Party has appointed journalist Sifiso Mahlangu as its new national spokesperson following a dramatic leadership reshuffle within the organisation.The move comes after reports that former spokesperson Nhlamulo Ndlela was removed for allegedly misleading party leadership and issuing a public statement without authorisation. Sources close to the party claim tensions had been escalating […]
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