New national record set at Durban freediving competition: The Durban Undersea Club (DUC) recently announced that freediver, Shane Jansen van Vuuren, has set a new national freediving record at their inaugural DUC Cup held at Kings Park Pool.
Van Vuuren’s new record, in the discipline of Dynamic No Fins (DNF), covered an impressive distance of 155 metres in one breath, earning him a well-deserved place in the rankings. In addition to this, the competition saw an outstanding 34 personal best (PB) record achieved by competitors, highlighting South Africa’s growing talent in the sport.
“We are so proud of Shane’s achievement, and that of all athletes, who took part in this inaugural event. For the vast majority, this event… continue reading HERE.
Former Ref On Decisions That Knocked Pirates Out: DURBAN, SOUTH AFRICA – OCTOBER 05: Patrick Maswanganyi of Orlando Pirates during the MTN8, Final match between Orlando Pirates and Stellenbosch FC at Moses Mabhida Stadium on October 05, 2024 in Durban, South Africa. (Photo by Alche Greeff/Gallo Images)
Orlando Pirates were surprisingly knocked out of the Carling Knockout tournament by Magesi FC 3-2 on the weekend, and now, talking to a former referee, the Siya crew discusses the two notable refereeing decisions that occurred in the cup game.
In the dying minutes of the last 16 round fixture, there was a penalty appeal against Patrick Maswanganyi, and also earlier, an offside…continue reading HERE.
The Directorate for Priority Crime Investigation: KWAZULU-NATAL: On Monday, 21 October 2024, Hawks members from Durban Serious Commercial Crime Investigation Unit served a summons to Conway Marlin Reynolds (71) and Barcode Mobile Bar (Pty) Ltd to appear in court on 20 counts of fraud and contravention of the Tax Administration Act. Both Reynolds and the company made a brief appearance in the Durban Magistrate’s Court.
An internal audit by the South African Revenue Service (SARS) discovered that fraudulent documents were submitted from 2017 to 2020 for VAT returns, resulting in a potential prejudice of R1 867 591-56 to SARS. The director of the company denied knowledge of the VAT returns submitted.
A case of fraud and contravention of the Tax Administration Act was subsequently reported and… continue reading HERE.
eThekwini updates list of safe swimming beaches and open pools: The eThekwini Municipality has released updated information regarding the status of beaches and public swimming pools in the city.
According to the municipality, 20 beaches in Durban are currently open and deemed safe for swimming, while three beaches remain closed due to concerns over water quality.
The beaches open for swimming, with operating hours from 06:00 to 18:30, include popular spots such as Wedge, uShaka, Point Beach, Addington, North Beach, South Beach, and others across Durban. Additionally, recreational activities other than swimming are still permitted at the three closed beaches: Anstey’s Beach, Toti Main Beach, and Pipeline Beach.
In addition to the beach updates, 33 swimming pools across Durban are open…continue reading HERE.
Durban court hears over 200 bank cards found in cop’s home: Constable Minenhle Makhaye was arrested after a bank card belonging to the mother of 11-year-old hijacking victim Zarah Ramsamy was used to buy alcohol.
The officer had been tasked with moving the family’s car to a SAPS facility last month after the carjackers abandoned it.
Makhaye’s bail application is being heard in the Durban Magistrate’s Court.
Investigating Officer, Sivan Naidoo told the court that 272 bank cards were found in a box at Makhaye’s home.
The court heard at least ten of the cards have been linked to looting incidents at Bridge City Shopping Centre in KwaMashu in July 2021.
Naidoo said the Cato Manor-based cop claimed during his arrest that he found the box of bank cards at a… continue reading HERE.
Durban arms dealer’s case delayed: Cape Town – The trial of a Durban man accused of selling firearms to a Cape Flats gang has been delayed again at the Western Cape High Court.
Anderson Padayachee was expected to plead yesterday, but proceedings were hamstrung when it was revealed Judge Daniel Thulare had to complete another trial.
Padayachee, arrested in February 2021, is set to stand trial on over 60 charges as the State alleges he supplied guns to the notorious Terrible Josters gang.
At the time of the arrest, the Hawks said they seized 17 illegal firearms in George in transit from Johannesburg.
Further investigation revealed the firearms were allegedly destined for the Cape Town gang.
A further 44 firearms were seized from his business during the investigation process.
According to…continue reading HERE.
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Lecturer loses to DUT over qualification row: The senior lecturer registered to study for a master’s degree in 2011 but deregistered the same year and reimbursed DUT the money it had paid
The Durban University of Technology (DUT) has been vindicated in its decision to retrench a senior lecturer because she refused to do a master’s degree which the institution insists is a minimum educational requirement for all of its academic staff… continue reading HERE.
This promised land is a battleground: Inside an eThekwini informal settlement: Land occupiers at eKhenana in Cato Manor, Durban, say they live in fear since newcomers have arrived.
The conflict between residents and “outsiders” involves allegations of criminal and politically aligned heavies and the internal struggles of organisations fighting for the rights of poor shack dwellers. The conflicts occur against the backdrop of the state’s failure to provide sufficient housing.
The current councillor in Cato Manor is ANC. His predecessor, former ANC councillor Mzi Ngiba, is in prison awaiting trial for murder. Ngiba and four others are accused of murdering ANC ward candidate Siyabonga Mkhize and ANC activist Mzukisi Nyanga in November 2021. The case… continue reading HERE.
Woman arrested with illegal firearm and ammunition: Wentworth SAPS VISPOL ‘B’ officers relief were on duty when information regarding a potential retaliatory shooting in the vicinity of Woodville and Hime Street was received. VISPOL, along with K9 (Z10), Umlazi K9, ET Rapid Response, and Ying Yang Security, immediately responded to the location.
Communications officer of Wentworth SAPS, Cpt MP Gumede, said, “Upon arrival, premises were thoroughly searched, resulting in the recovery of a black firearm pistol, with its serial number filed off, as well as one magazine and 18 live rounds. The police seized the items, which were found inside a black cooler bag. The female suspect was immediately placed under arrest and taken to Wentworth SAPS,.. continue reading HERE.
Durban woman spends 15hrs in hospital to remove cockroach from ear: Poppy Ndlovu took to social media to share a harrowing experience she recently endured.
According to the 28-year-old, a cockroach made its way into her ear, causing significant discomfort.
Social media users were taken aback by her post and asked a number of questions, prompting Ndlovu to share a second video with more information.
She explained that she felt something in her ear at around 2 am. After calling an ambulance for assistance, she was told to put oil in her ear and tilt her head.
At this point, she was concerned that the insect may cause damage to her eardrum. Yikes!
She then took a two-hour nap before going to a pharmacy for assistance. She couldn’t be helped, so her next stop was a clinic. They too could not assist, so she was…continue readingHERE.
Stolen fireworks worth R4m found at Durban temple: KwaZulu-Natal police recovered R4m worth of fireworks stolen during an armed robbery in Camperdown at a temple in Phoenix on Tuesday.
eThekwini metro district spokesperson Capt Carmen Rhynes said the robbery took place at a business three days before.
“Suspects entered the premises armed with firearms and tied up the guards. The suspects brought in two of their own trucks and hitched two trailers located on the business premises carrying fireworks for the upcoming Diwali festival.”
She said police economic infrastructure task team members received information about the stolen stock and a joint operation with metro drug team and crime intelligence members led them to a Phoenix temple where they found three men offloading boxes from a….continue reading HERE.
KZN finance MEC Francois Rodgers wants lights, camera and action at Durban film studio: KwaZulu-Natal finance MEC Francois Rodgers wants to pave the way for construction to start on a controversial Durban film studio.
The studio, which has been mired in stumbling blocks from legal challenges to bureaucracy since 2003, has been proposed by filmmaker Anant Singh, who owns the land on the old Natal Command site on the Durban beachfront.
Singh called for a meeting with Rodgers, who said after a meeting on Tuesday he would engage with government leaders at provincial and local levels to facilitate solutions to outstanding issues to ensure construction starts as soon as possible.
Rodgers said he was told there is an issue with regard to bulk electricity supply to the property.
President Cyril Ramaphosa met with Singh more than….continue reading HERE.
Durban High Court grants Hawks preservation order of seized shoe-making machine and cash: The Durban High Court has granted a preservation order for items seized by the Hawks, including an industrial shoe-making machine, two money counting machines, and cash totalling R87,946, during a drug raid on a Phoenix residence two years ago.
The order was secured on Monday, October 21, as part of the Hawks’ ongoing efforts to dismantle criminal networks.
The search and seizure operation took place on August 7, 2023, which exposed a unique method of smuggling when they pounced on the property on Gillham Avenue, Phoenix.
Acting on a tip-off about suspected drug activity, the Hawks and the Durban Metro Drug Task Team executed a warrant and uncovered heroin capsules, cannabis, and cash, alongside the money counting machine and industrial….continue reading HERE.
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