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In the News Today: The Durban North CPF has warned residents to be wary of a man purporting to be a member of the SAPS asking for cash donations for various causes. According to the public relations officer for the CPF, Darryl Oliver, the man has also targeted the Sunningdale area recently, however, residents did …
In the News Today: Minenhle Makhaye made his first appearance in the Durban Magistrate’s Court yesterday. He was arrested last week Friday. He was found in possession of a bank card belonging to the mother of Zarah Ramsamy. The 11-year-old was killed during a hijacking outside a fast food restaurant last month. Makhaye, who’s stationed at …
In the News Today: The community of Effingham are in mourning following the brutal murder of two people in a home on Sim Place last Wednesday morning (October 2). Mikai Chetty (13) and his grandmother, Nadhira Essack, believed to be in her 70s, were stabbed multiple times in the attack which also saw a third …
In the News Today: In September, 216 incidents were reported to the Marshall Security Emergency Dispatch Centre. This is a 16% increase compared to the rate we recorded in August. The top types of incidents throughout the month were house breaking, theft from/on site, trespassing and theft of copper. SUCCESSES Throughout the month of September …
In the News Today: Airlink has confirmed that a section of the Skukuza Airport terminal roof was damaged in a bush fire on Sunday, October 6. Passengers and airport personnel were safely evacuated and nobody was hurt. Airlink also confirmed that its flights at the airport would operate on schedule. Airlink, SANParks, its partner service-providers …
In the News Today: Taine Havemann scored an unbeaten half-century as he shepherded Durban High School to a 1-wicket win over Hilton College in their 50-over match contested at DHS on Saturday. Hilton was bowled out for 205 runs in 50 overs after electing to bat first. DHS needed 49.2 overs and nine wickets to …
continue reading HERE. Pietermaritzburg stands as a city rich in history and culture, with a diverse population contributing to its vibrant community. The blend of natural beauty, educational institutions, economic activities, and cultural heritage makes it a noteworthy location in KwaZulu-Natal. Understanding these facts provides a deeper appreciation of Pietermaritzburg’s role within the broader …
In the News Today: With the matric exams less than two weeks away, concern has been raised about the “poor state” of some Durban schools which have been impacted by vandalism, theft and lack of parental involvement. Parents and opposition parties said that visits to some schools in the city had revealed facilities that were …
In the News Today: Baroka halted Casric Stars’ four-game winning run after a goalless draw on Sunday afternoon at Global Stadium. Casric lost their top spot, as they dropped down to third on the log, one point shy of leaders Milford. Bakgaga, on the other hand, slipped down to seventh…continue reading HERE. City Hall:The …
In the News Today: The number of bank branches in South Africa offering smart ID and passport services is set to more than double, with the current 30 branches being expanded by an additional 34 in the near future, Cape {town} Etc reports. According to MyBroadband, the Banking Association of South Africa (BASA) is finalising public-private partnership …
In the News Today: A disputed added-time goal from Tshegofatso Mabasa helped Orlando Pirates win the South African 8 Cup a record third straight time by defeating Stellenbosch 3-1 in Durban on Saturday. The final had just entered stoppage time with the clubs drawing 1-1 when Ivory Coast-born Stellenbosch defender Ismael Toure was judged to have …
In the News Today: Six people died following a head-on collision on the R102 near Darnall, north of Durban, on Saturday. KwaZulu-Natal police spokesperson Colonel Robert Netshiunda said six people were declared dead at the scene. KwaDukuza SAPS have opened a docket for six counts of culpable homicide. IPSS Medical Rescue’s Kelsey-Jae Meyrick said there …
In the News Today: Milford FC moved to the top of the Motsepe Foundation Championship table after Casric Stars dropped points against Baroka FC, Upington City continued with their good run. Friday nights seem like a problem for Cape Town Spurs as they suffered their second consecutive defeat, going down 2-0 to Leruma United away from …
In the News Today: Trade unions will on Monday embark on a nationwide strike, demanding urgent reforms on key issues, including fair wages for workers and an end to profit-driven retrenchments by employers. Cosatu has called on workers to join the nationwide protest on International Day of Decent Work. DURBAN – Trade unions will on Monday …
In the News Today: No one is feeling unluckier than Stellenbosch FC forward Lehlohonolo Mojela. The speedy winger has scored in two successive cup finals in less than a year but ended on the losing side on both occasions. Mojela put Stellenbosch ahead with an early goal in the final of the MTN8 against Orlando …
In the News Today: In the fifth minute of injury time, the Durbanites’ siege on the Dragons’s line went 14 phases before substitute centre Francois Venter surged over to snatch a 33-30 win. It was only the second time the Sharks had led in the match after they had mostly chased the game. As full-time …
In the News Today: The director of Durban-based homeless shelter iCare, Anne Slatter, is urging local residents to refrain from giving money to young people living on the streets. “I would like to appeal to Durban residents to not give street youth money. It is a good idea to give them a future by donating to …
In the News Today: A 57-year-old railway worker is fighting for his life after being bitten by a black mamba in the Tugela area, KZN, on Friday. IPSS Medical Rescue said when they responded to the emergency call, they found the man in a critical condition. Paramedics confirmed the snake responsible for the bite was …
In the News Today: Noise from 6am to past midnight ‘has to stop’ Padel, the racket sport that has gained popularity across South Africa and the world, has some Durban residents up in arms over the noise it makes…continue reading HERE. Temperature: The city of Durban experiences a subtropical climate, characterized by warm, humid summers …
In the News Today: The ActionSA party in KwaZulu-Natal has lashed out at eThekwini Municipality for spending millions of rands guarding and cleaning the ‘white elephant’ GO!Durban bus terminal structures, while a senior parliamentary figures has lambasted the city for making a rod for its own back and not getting on with it like other …
In the News Today: Replacement hooker Fez Mbatha scored a try in the 85th minute as the Sharks edged the Dragons 33-30 in a tense United Rugby Championship Round Three clash in Newport on Saturday. It’s the Durban side’s first win in this year’s tournament after they suffered a 30-36 defeat to Connacht in their …
In the News Today: MSC Cruises nips Musica‘s grand voyage Those looking forward to the MSC Musica‘s grand voyage from South Africa will surely be disappointed to hear that MSC Cruises have cancelled the cruise. According to Travel News, the cruise company cancelled its upcoming cruise from Durban, South Africa to Genoa, Italy for the …
In the News Today: THE Digital Democracy programme will make its way to the South of Durban for two free information sessions on coding and robotics for teachers presented by Keep a Child Alive (KCA) at Blue Roof Life Spaces in Wentworth on October 9. This new, free course has just been launched in response to …
In the News Today: More than 100 people from ward 105 on the South Coast of Durban picketed outside the city hall on Thursday, 3 October 2024, demanding tap water. They also want their ward councillor to step down. Last month, GroundUp reported how the 5,000 households in the ward have been without tap water for …