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eThekwini Municipality allocates R1. 5 million for office renovations
eThekwini Municipality has approved a R1. 5 million budget for essential renovations to enhance the professional image of municipal offices and improve service delivery.
PICS: Gift of the Givers leads efforts to rebuild tornado-hit Seatides Combined School
Following a devastating tornado, Gift of the Givers and various donors have come together to restore Seatides Combined School, ensuring that education can continue for its pupils.
WATCH: Contractor finds 115 stuffed animals hidden in walls during renovation
This bizarre find of stuffed animals used as home insulation has captivated the internet, prompting a conversation about recycling and sparking joy for many.
DA accuses JDA of mismanagement in City Library project
DA raises alarm over alleged mismanagement and budget overruns in the Johannesburg City Library refurbishment project, demanding an urgent investigation into the delays and spending.
Downsizing your home? Make sure its for the right reasons
It is crucial that you consider all of the factors of downsizing before making a final decision.
Factors that can help you determine the true value of your property
The term property value is often misunderstood and so are the factors that have an impact on property value.
Sun City hotel begins facelift for all of it's 340 rooms
The project will be carried out in phases in order to bring the first 56 refreshed rooms back in operation by the end of November 2024, in time for the Nedbank Golf Challenge.
Maximising small spaces in your apartment - here’s how you can do it
Your apartment might seem rather small but you can still turn it into a comfortable and beautiful home.
Sea Point Fire Station receives R10m renovation as Promenade & Granger Bay parking upgrade continues
The Fire Station in Sea Point, which is a heritage site is undergoing a R10 million renovation and officials have confirmed the much-anticipated Sea Point Promenade and Granger Bay Parking area upgrade of R41 million
LOOK: Gift of the Givers revamps 19 kitchens at Chris Hani Baragwanath Hospital
Kitchens in a state of disrepair could be a source of contamination and the spread of various pathogens causing life-threatening infections in some cases, said founder of Gift of the Givers, Dr Imtiaz Sooliman.
Renovating your home? Here are 12 vital dos and don’ts you need to know
Home renovation can be a exciting project, but you need to do your homework and have a clear idea of what you want before you get started.
Foundation says public funds won’t be used for Mandela family’s private home refurbishments
The Collen Mashawana Foundation, managed by businessman and philanthropist Collen Mashawana, has raised its hand and volunteered to renovate the house as of this coming Monday.
7 things no-one tells you about owning a home
Being a homeowner can be scary and stressful so you need to know what to expect after you have taken the plunge.
Property: All you need to know about buying a fixer-upper in 2024
If you are considering going this route, do not get caught up in the romanticising of this trend on social media and television.
Millions needed for Durban City Hall renovations
During the council meeting on Monday, the council approved R33. 7m for some of the work that needs to be done on the historic building.
‘Thunder from Down Under’ strippers give new meaning to home renovations on ‘Flip the Strip’
While the foursome may be best known for their dance moves, on HGTV they show off more than just their jaw-dropping physiques.
Buying a home? Here’s how to spot a bargain – and then push the value up
If you successfully snap up a bargain property you have a good chance of increasing its value significantly.
Buying a fixer-upper: A clever, affordable way to buy a home, or a risky decision?
If you are considering going this route, do not get caught up in the romanticising of this trend on social media and television.
LOOK: Egypt reopens Graeco-Roman museum in Alexandria following renovations
Established in 1891, the museum was closed in 2005 for renovations, according to a statement issued by the Egyptian cabinet.
Prince Andrew granted permission to stay at Royal Lodge but on one condition
The Duke of York is said to have already spent about R4. 6-million on roof repairs as an ‘interim payment’ and must be able to fund the rest of the works to stay there.
Türkiye launches 50-year restoration project of historical Hagia Sophia
According to officials, the restoration and maintenance work, which could span over 50 years, will be carried out gradually, section by section, without a complete closure of the site.
Former Cape Town school principal pleads guilty to defrauding school of nearly R100,000
Clifford Chateau, 65, was convicted of defrauding Duneside Primary School in Mitchells Plain of nearly R100,000.
City of Tshwane, PSL COO Ronnie Schloss in war of words over who ‘fixed’ Lucas Moripe Stadium
MMC for Community and Social Development Services in Tshwane, Peggy de Bruin said the metro paid more than R800 000 in the 2021/22 financial year and R1. 5 million in the last financial year to renovate the stadium.
Daily IOL Radio News Bulletin - June 19
As you kick start your day, Nokuthula Khwela brings you the country’s biggest stories.
KZN Children’s Hospital opens two advanced centres
The CEO of the trust, Taryn Millar, said the donations supported the day-to-day operations of the trust, they helped free up resources, build awareness of the project and inspired donor confidence.