By ONN REPORTER DURBAN – The March and March movement has announced that it has suspended its working relationship with activist Ngizwe Mchunu while an internal investigation into recent incidents and public statements is underway.In a statement released on Monday, the organisation, led by Jacinta Ngobese-Zuma, said the decision was taken to protect the movement’s […]
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By Motshwari Mofokeng Durban – Leaders, government officials, business representatives and investors from across Southern Africa gathered at the Inkosi Albert Luthuli International Convention Centre (ICC) on Monday for the opening of the 9th Southern African Development Community (SADC) Industrialisation Week. The five-day event aims to promote industrial growth, attract investment and create more jobs […]
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By Motshwari Mofokeng A woman was found dead at a residence in Greylands, KwaZulu-Natal, on Monday after an alleged domestic dispute that reportedly took place the previous evening. According to Reaction Unit South Africa (RUSA), officers responded after the property owner requested assistance when the woman’s body was discovered inside the home. Preliminary information indicates […]
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By Motshwari Mofokeng DURBAN – eThekwini Municipality says its improved credit outlook is a clear sign that the City’s finances remain stable and well-managed, despite ongoing economic challenges. Speaking during a media briefing at Durban City Hall on Sunday, eThekwini Mayor Cyril Xaba welcomed the decision by independent ratings agency GCR Ratings to affirm the […]
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By Malcolm Hlongwane Flood victims in Ntshongweni, Ward 7, have welcomed their relocation to temporary homes, ending months of living in unsafe shacks that were damaged by severe flooding. However, the handover of the homes was overshadowed by a disagreement over who should receive credit for the project.The visit formed part of eThekwini Mayor Cyril […]
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Story By Sibongile Nyamo The 2026 KZN Premier Cup got off to an exciting start at Sugar Ray Xulu Stadium on Saturday, with football fans treated to entertaining matches as KwaZulu-Natal’s top clubs began their pre-season campaigns. The tournament, which celebrates the province’s rich football heritage, continues to provide clubs with an opportunity to prepare […]
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By Malcolm Hlongwane A major factory fire in Chatsworth was brought under control by eThekwini Municipality’s Fire and Emergency Services in the early hours of Saturday, preventing the blaze from spreading to nearby properties. Firefighters were dispatched at approximately 03:58 to a reported fire at 675 Sunset Avenue in Chatsworth. On arrival, emergency crews found […]
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Story By Malcolm Hlongwane The University of South Africa (UNISA) has honoured the late Professor Simiso Nkwanyana during its fourth Simiso Nkwanyana Memorial Lecture, celebrating his contribution to higher education and intellectual development. However, the event comes at a time of growing public debate over the role of foreign nationals in South Africa’s universities. Across […]
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Story By Motshwari Mofokeng As South Africa prepares to mark World Drowning Prevention Day on 25 July, dozens of children from disadvantaged communities took an important step towards a safer future by learning essential swimming and water safety skills in Durban. The eThekwini Municipality hosted an interactive water safety programme at the Rachel Finlayson Swimming […]
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By Malcolm Hlongwane An eThekwini Municipality clean-up operation in Inanda’s Ward 55 has resulted in the arrest of 19 undocumented foreign nationals, the issuing of R93 000 in fines, and the seizure of illicit cigarettes. The four-day Operation Good Hope blitz, conducted from 20 to 23 July, targeted illegal trading, by-law violations and immigration-related offences. […]
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