eThekwini Municipality has five-day deadline to pay R53 million to company after dismissed Concourt case
eThekwini Municipality has been ordered to pay R53 million to Daily Double Trading within five days or face asset attachment, following a lengthy legal dispute over a terminated contract.
eThekwini's budget sparks hope among business leaders, yet tariff hikes worry small enterprises
eThekwini Municipality's new budget receives praise from business leaders for its focus on infrastructure and economic growth, but concerns linger over tariff hikes impacting small businesses.
eThekwini Municipality grapples with severe staff shortages in water and sanitation units
Over half of the positions in the eThekwini Municipality's critical infrastructure unit remain vacant, raising alarms as communities face severe water crises due to prolonged outages and ageing infrastructure.
Msunduzi municipality launches debt relief programme for struggling ratepayers
Discover how the Msunduzi municipality's new debt relief programme aims to alleviate the financial burden on ratepayers, offering discounts of up to 50% on municipal debt for qualifying residents and businesses
Urgent petition launched in South Africa to tackle soaring food prices
The Union Against Hunger has launched a nationwide petition to reduce food prices and combat hunger in South Africa, highlighting the urgent need for government intervention and corporate responsibility.
MEC Rodgers to implement Cash Management System for municipal financial stability
KZN MEC Francois Rodgers announces the implementation of a Cash Management System in seven municipalities to enhance financial stability and improve service delivery.
Mayors face scrutiny as Auditor-General calls for improved oversight
Mayors across South Africa face criticism from the Auditor-General for failing to uphold their oversight responsibilities, leading to poor municipal performance. The latest report reveals that only 41 out of 257 municipalities achieved clean audits, highlighting the urgent need for accountability and effective leadership.
Dispute with the National Treasury is affecting salary payments in Impendle Municipality
Impendle Municipality's ongoing salary payment issues, linked to a financial dispute with the National Treasury, raises serious concerns about its financial stability and the welfare of its employees.
Sizekhaya Holdings chairman Moses Tembe says national Lottery will be 'bigger and better'
Minister Parks Tau's announcement of Sizekhaya Holdings as the new National Lottery operator sparks excitement
Msunduzi Mayor Mzimkhulu Thebolla outlines budget plans to stabilise finances, boost economy
Msunduzi Mayor Mzimkhulu Thebolla presents the 2025-2026 budget, focusing on financial recovery, improved service delivery, and combating electricity theft.
Infighting erupts among beneficiaries of R200 million land claim in KwaDukuza
Infighting among beneficiaries of a R200 million land claim in KwaDukuza has raised concerns over financial mismanagement and illegal land sales, prompting a government investigation. "
Urgent intervention by KZN Cogta as Impendle Municipality fails to pay full salaries
The Mpendle Local Municipality's failure to pay full salaries this month has sparked outrage and intervention from the Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs department.
DA proposes rescue plan for Msunduzi Municipality amid financial crisis
The DA has unveiled a rescue plan for Msunduzi Municipality, rejecting the proposed budget and tariff hikes, and outlining a strategy to restore governance and public trust.
Msunduzi Municipality faces R2 billion debt burden due to theft of services and non-payment
Msunduzi Municipality is grappling with a staggering R2 billion debt crisis, primarily attributed to theft of services and non-payment.
Business leader welcomes move to create KZN provincial wealth fund to boost economic development
KwaZulu-Natal's new Provincial Wealth Fund is set to revolutionise public-private partnerships and drive inclusive economic growth
Fixing South Africa's ailing municipalities: White paper on local government under review
The review of the White Paper on Local Government highlights the severe crises faced by municipalities in South Africa, including funding challenges and deteriorating relationships with residents, while proposing immediate reforms.
Auditor-General flags financial instability in five KwaZulu-Natal municipalities
Five municipalities in South Africa are facing serious financial issues according to the Auditor-General raising alarm about service delivery and governance.
New wealth fund proposed for KwaZulu-Natal to boost projects
A new wealth fund proposed for KwaZulu-Natal aims to revolutionise project financing, ensuring timely completion and job creation through innovative public-private partnerships
eThekwini Municipality's investment in Metro FM Music Awards sparks debate
eThekwini Municipality's decision to host the Metro FM Music Awards has drawn mixed reactions from councillors and ratepayers, raising questions about the financial implications and the approval process
South Africa's Finance Minister assures no austerity measures in new budget
Finance Minister Enoch Godongwane reassures South Africans that the newly tabled budget will not lead to austerity measures, focusing instead on expansion and social welfare
UIF's R381 million deal with SA Post Office aims to preserve jobs as unions call for long-term solutions
As the UIF injects R381 million into SAPO to save 6,000 jobs, questions remain about the future of the struggling postal service.
KZN municipalities overspend budgets but fail to achieve service delivery targets
The Standing Committee on Public Accounts is investigating how municipalities are spending their budgets, revealing alarming discrepancies between budget allocation and service delivery outcomes
10,000 applications for business funding in KZN: bid to empower youth and women entrepreneurs
KwaZulu-Natal Premier Thami Ntuli announces a surge in applications for business funding, highlighting the pivotal role of youth and female entrepreneurs in the province's economic resurgence.
Urgent talks to resolve KwaZulu-Natal Education Department's financial crisis
The KwaZulu-Natal Department of Education faces a financial crisis, prompting high-level discussions and calls for national intervention to protect the province's learners and educators
Scopa members slam KZN municipalities for spending over R200 million on consultants
KwaZulu-Natal municipalities have spent over R200 million on consultants, raising concerns about the lack of skills transfer, according to the Auditor-General's report.