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Lift-off for Africa’s Travel Indaba as the event is expected to land another pay-day for Durban and KZN
Africa's Travel Indaba is expected to breathe new life into the tourism industry and rake much needed revenue for KZN coffers.
Premier Ntuli demands accountability amidst KZN's government crisis
Ntuli held a marathon media briefing with all members of the Provincial Executive Council (MECs) following its normal cabinet meeting in Pietermaritzburg yesterday (Wednesday).
KZN Premier announces R86 million funding for Zulu Royal House Trust
KZN Premier Thamsanqa Ntuli reveals a budget allocation of R86 million for the Zulu Royal House Trust in FY 2025/2026, alongside plans for a centralised forensic framework and initiatives aimed at economic growth and job creation
The KZN South Coast has sardine fever: 7 ways to witness the greatest shoal on earth
The Sardine Run movement is monitored by the KZN Sharks Board with regular updates shared on the SCTIE social media platforms. Wayne Harrison of KZN Sharks Board said that while the Sardine Run activity is yet to get underway, there has been some ocean activity further south: “At Port Alfred, there’s been quite a bit of bait fish over the last two weeks with Bryde’s whales coming up to the boats and a pod of young Orcas. Further south to Jeffrey’s Bay there have been common dolphins in the deep feeding and whales in the vicinity. While there’s no sardine activity yet, we are closely monitoring the situation. ”
KZN shopping malls face rising crime | DA demands immediate action
The Democratic Alliance in KwaZulu-Natal is calling for immediate action from the South African Police Service and local stakeholders to enhance security in shopping malls, as rising violent crime threatens community safety and economic stability.