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Saturday, June 7, 2025

Community unites for healing ceremony one year after Tongaat tornado

Join the Naidoo Road Civic Association this weekend as they commemorate the first anniversary of the devastating Tongaat tornado with a heartfelt ceremony and peace prayer, celebrating the resilience and unity of the community.

News South Africa Kwazulu Natal
Thobeka Ngema|Published

Final touches: RK Khan Hospital renovations nearing completion

RK Khan Hospital in Durban is on the brink of transformation, with renovations nearly complete to enhance healthcare services for the community.

News South Africa Kwazulu Natal
Thobeka Ngema|Published

Bluff residents concerns during Bayhead Road rehabilitation 'must be heard'

Councillor Zoë Solomon highlights the importance of the Bayhead Road rehabilitation project in Durban, addressing the concerns of Bluff residents and the impact on local traffic.

News South Africa Kwazulu Natal
Thobeka Ngema|Published

Vodacom's commitment to enhance rural connectivity in KwaZulu-Natal with over 300 new towers

Vodacom is set to revolutionise communication in rural KwaZulu-Natal by installing over 300 towers in the next three years, tackling long-standing network issues and significantly enhancing service delivery.

News South Africa Kwazulu Natal
Thobeka Ngema|Published

Increased shark activity prompts warnings as the Sardine Run returns to KwaZulu-Natal

As the Sardine Run returns to KwaZulu-Natal, authorities warn beachgoers of heightened shark activity and urge caution in the waters.

News South Africa Kwazulu Natal
Thobeka Ngema|Published

Driving licence printing machine fixed but huge backlogs remain

The Department of Transport has repaired the driving licence card printing machine after months of downtime, but a significant backlog of unprinted cards remains.

Cape Times News
Thobeka Ngema|Published

Despite machine's repairs, close to 700 000 driving licence cards remain unprinted

Despite the Department of Transport's repair of the driving licence card printing machine, motorists face a daunting backlog of over 700,000 unprinted cards, leaving many in limbo.

Mercury
Thobeka Ngema|Published

Driving licence printing machine fixed but huge backlogs remain

The Department of Transport has repaired the driving licence card printing machine after months of downtime, but a significant backlog of unprinted cards remains.

News South Africa
Thobeka Ngema|Published

Professor Anil Sooklal receives peace award for contribution to South Africa

Professor Anil Sooklal, South Africa’s High Commissioner to India, is honoured with the Sivananda Peace Award for his decades of silent contributions to the country’s development, as celebrated by the Sivananda World Peace Foundation.

News South Africa Kwazulu Natal
Thobeka Ngema|Published

Court proceedings for DA leader’s murder: Accused remain in custody

Three men accused of the murder of uMngeni Municipality chief whip Nhlalayenza Ndlovu appeared in court, with one expressing concerns about prison conditions.

News Crime and Courts
Thobeka Ngema|Published

Yoga in rural schools: How it raised pass rates to 100%

The introduction of yoga in rural schools has led to a remarkable increase in pass rates, reaching an unprecedented 100%.

News South Africa Kwazulu Natal
Thobeka Ngema|Published

How yoga transformed education in rural South African schools

Discover how the introduction of yoga in rural South African schools has led to a remarkable increase in student pass rates, with insights from key figures in education and diplomacy.

Cape Argus News
Thobeka Ngema|Published

Is the seal in Gordon’s Bay Rocky, the KZN star?"

A sub-adult elephant seal caused excitement in Gordon's Bay on Tuesday, prompting marine enthusiasts in KwaZulu-Natal to speculate if it was Rocky, the seal released into the ocean off the continental shelf 25 nautical miles from Gqeberha in March.

Cape Argus News
Thobeka Ngema|Published

Arrest brings hope for justice in DA leader murder investigation

UMngeni Municipality Mayor Chris Pappas expresses optimism following the arrest of Induna Buthelezi, a fugitive charged with the murder of DA councillor Nhlalayenza Ndlovu.

News Crime and Courts
Thobeka Ngema|Published

Gordon’s Bay seal spotted: Is it Rocky from KZN?

A sub-adult elephant seal caused excitement in Gordon's Bay on Tuesday, prompting marine enthusiasts in KwaZulu-Natal to speculate if it was Rocky, the seal released into the ocean off the continental shelf 25 nautical miles from Gqeberha in March.

News Environment
Thobeka Ngema|Published

KZN primary school transformed with new library and facilities

Islamic Relief South Africa and Canada transformed Thandokwethu Primary School in Dududu, KwaZulu-Natal, through a dedicated rehabilitation project, culminating in the opening of a new library and improved facilities for the community.

News Education Schools
Thobeka Ngema|Published

Detective work needed to solve violent bus attacks in Verulam

A bus driver has been shot dead in Verulam, following a spate of violent incidents in the area. The attack, which also injured a pregnant woman, raises serious concerns about community safety and the motives behind such crimes.

News Crime and Courts
Thobeka Ngema|Published

Family seeks answers after Durban fire claims life of 29-year-old

An Eastern Cape family is left devastated after Ayanda Ziqethu, 29, dies in a fire at an informal settlement in Durban. As they seek answers, suspicions arise about the circumstances surrounding his death.

News South Africa Kwazulu Natal
Thobeka Ngema|Published

MEC Duma wants the driver of the bus that veered off a Tongaat bridge, killing three, probed for murder

Three people died and others were injured after a bus veered off a bridge in Tongaat. The driver, who survived, is under police guard as investigations into the incident begin.

Daily News News
Thobeka Ngema|Published

Investigation launched after bus veers off bridge, killing three in Tongaat

Three people have died and others were injured after a bus veered off a bridge in Tongaat. The driver, who survived, is under police guard as investigations into the incident begin.

News South Africa Kwazulu Natal
Thobeka Ngema|Published

The path to e-voting: How the IEC is shaping South Africa's electoral future

The Electoral Commission of South Africa is making strides towards implementing e-voting, with a comprehensive policy-making process underway.

Cape Argus News
Thobeka Ngema|Published

Join the celebration: A special yoga event for seniors in Durban on International Yoga Day

The Sivananda World Peace Foundation will host a special yoga event in KwaMashu, aimed at enhancing the physical and mental well-being of elderly participants, in celebration of the 11th International Day of Yoga.

Lifestyle Health
Thobeka Ngema|Published

No genocide in SA, G20 told

During the G20 Development Working Group in KwaZulu-Natal, Nomthandazo Moyo firmly dismissed allegations of genocide in South Africa, emphasising the government's commitment to inclusive development and land restitution.

Cape Times News
Thobeka Ngema|Published

The IEC’s journey towards e-voting in South Africa

The Electoral Commission of South Africa is making strides towards implementing e-voting, with a comprehensive policy-making process underway.

News South Africa
Thobeka Ngema|Published

Progress in combating foot-and-mouth disease in KZN

The KwaZulu-Natal Department of Agriculture and Rural Development reports progress in managing foot-and-mouth disease outbreaks, with over 500,000 cattle vaccinated and ongoing awareness campaigns for livestock farmers.

News South Africa Kwazulu Natal
Thobeka Ngema|Published