'We just want answers', says the family of man who went missing at iSimangaliso Wetland Park
The family of a northern KwaZulu-Natal man who went missing after he and three friends had an encounter with rangers at the iSimangaliso Wetland Park almost two weeks ago, are demanding answers.
KZN entrepreneur Thandeka Mngomezulu has her eyes set on breaking barriers and empowering communities
A KZN entrepreneur is making strides in the facilities and health management industry.
Thousands of KZN healthcare workers not vaccinated for Covid-19
The KwaZulu-Natal Health Department’s vaccination statistics for November 17 and 19 paint a gloomy picture of how health workers are dragging their feet when it comes to getting vaccinated.
Vooma Vaccination Vouchers extended to people aged 50+
The Vooma R100 vouchers were offered to make it easier for older people to get vaccinated by offsetting some of the costs they incur getting to the vaccination sites.
SABS lobbies for standardised quality processes for SA and Africa
Jodi Scholtz, SABS Lead Administrator, said it would be crucial to ensure that voluntary processes for standards are included in all planning of traded goods to ensure public safety.
Eskom tells the Education Department that suspended load shedding not guaranteed
The Department of Basic Education has asked Eskom not to load shed at matric exam marking and capturing centres.
Matric pupils must rise above challenges as they write final exams, says KZN Premier Zikalala
Concerns have been raised about the impact of load shedding on the matric exams.
Chemical Industries Education and Training Authority invests R3. 5m for vaccine development platform
Chieta has collaborated with two local universities to increase local vaccine manufacture for Covid-19 and other African region diseases.
LOOK: Shoprite doubles its solar capacity, aims to power 25% of operations with renewable energy
The Shoprite Group said it was using more renewable energy, and improving energy efficiency to manage its electricity costs estimated at R3 billion a year.
FNB says it has restored 80% of its branches affected by the recent unrest
The bank said it had also allocated R21. 5 million to support social relief programmes and humanitarian organisations to provide essential care and support to people, businesses, schools and greater communities in the affected areas.
15 000 KZN children have been vaccinated for Covid-19, says KZN Health MEC
KZN MEC Nomagugu Simelane said the Covid-19 uptake for youth had been affected by school exams while KZN Premier Sihle Zikalala said the provincial government was not happy with the low Covid-19 numbers and issued a stern warning over alleged fake Covid-19 certificate issuers.
Pensioners happy with R100 incentive voucher for Covid-19 jab, says KZN MEC
KZN MEC for health Nomagugu Simelane has rubbished claims that the recently launched R100 grocery voucher for the 60+ age group to get their first Covid-19 vaccination has been viewed as an insult.
Data shows the Covid-19 vaccine works, says Discovery
Discovery says it has seen from its members’ hospital admissions that the Covid-19 vaccine works and reduces mortality rates. The medical aid scheme has joined the call for the elderly to be vaccinated ahead of the festive rush.
Health Department launches cancer awareness campaign after concerns raised over neglect of the disease
Early detection, diagnosis and treatment to take centre stage in talks with stakeholders
80% of young people affected by a climate or environment related event
The Unicef South Africa U-Report poll highlights the impact of climate and environment-related events on children and young people but also hope for change through local youth initiatives, green economy jobs and climate action following COP26.
Senior citizens first to get incentive in SA for having the Covid-19 jab
From tomorrow, November 3, 2021 people aged 60 and above who have not had their Covid-19 vaccination will receive a R100 voucher redeemable at Shoprite Group stores if they get vaccinated.
LOOK: Community at Mistake Farm threatened, roads blocked, and trenches dug to prevent people from voting
Residents from the rural community of Mistake Farm, in Umzinto on the KwaZulu-Natal South Coast resorted to staying at home as they feared for their lives due to heightened tensions in the area.
NFP’s Canaan Mdletshe describes traumatic attack outside Ulundi voting station in front of his family
NFP secretary general Canaan Mdletshe said he was still in shock that he was assaulted on Sunday after what he said was a successful campaign in the community of Ulundi, in northern KwaZulu-Natal.
Health workers in line for J&J Covid-19 booster shots, says the Health Department
The national Health Department has confirmed front-line health-care workers who were among the first to be vaccinated against Covid-19 are to receive booster vaccines.
Zikalala says 'It is crucial for all South Africans to cast their ballot' as he makes his mark in Ndwedwe
ANC provincial chairman and KwaZulu-Natal Premier Sihle Zikalala cast his vote at Ndwedwe alongside his wife Nelly.
IEC confirms being aware of issues at various voting stations
People have taken to social media to share videos and pictures and to complain about voting irregularities.
Private sector offers Covid-19 vaccine sites on voting day
As SA anticipates a fourth Covid-19 wave by the end of the year, SA business has offered its vaccination sites to boost numbers to reach 70% herd immunity by December.
Health department and regulator appeal to public to report any misconduct by vaccination sites in Covid-19 vaccine roll-out
The national Department of Health and the South African Pharmacy Council has appealed to the public to report any misconduct related to the Covid-19 vaccination rollout programme.
Health Department, pharmacies at odds over vaccine payments for services provided
The Independent Community Pharmacy Association South Africa (ICPA) has said the Health Department has been slow to reimburse pharmacies for services rendered during the National Vaccine Rollout Programme.
Familiarise yourself with these insurance claims tips to fast-track your claims process
Hollard insurance says the Covid-19 pandemic has shone a spotlight on the need for consumers to familiarise themselves with their insurance cover and what they need to comply with in order to lodge a successful insurance claim.