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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

We were robbed of our dreams, says grieving wife

A Tongaat woman shares her heartbreaking story of losing her husband, Arvin Ramluckan, to a tornado, and how her young daughters cope with the loss.

The Post News
Nadia Khan|Published

Remembering Rennisha Gounden: A family's journey of healing

One year after the tragic loss of Rennisha Gounden in a tornado, her husband Viven shares their family's journey of healing, coping with grief, and cherishing memories.

The Post News
Nadia Khan|Published

One year on: Tongaat community are still picking up the pieces

Nearly a year after a devastating tornado struck Tongaat, residents recount their ongoing struggles to rebuild their homes and lives, highlighting the challenges of financial support and insurance issues.

The Post News
Nadia Khan|Published

Community resilience and response: the aftermath of the Tongaat tornado

Discover how the Tongaat community united in the wake of a devastating tornado, providing relief and support to thousands affected by the disaster. HAROLD MAISTRY highlights the resilience, coordination, and compassion displayed by local organisations and volunteers. "

The Post Opinion
Harold Maistry|Published

Seatides Combined School's inspiring recovery from tornado damage with corporate support

"There was a lot of big talk from our side but unfortunately so far, we have done very little, if anything. . . " - Simon Siyabonga Lushozi, the superintendent education manager at the KZN DoE.

The Post
Monishka Govender|Updated

LOOK: Mop-up operations under way in Welkom after tornado, more rain warnings issued for parts of SA

While clean up operations continue in Welkom following a tornado and heavy rains, the SA Weather Service has issued rain warnings for other parts of the country.

News Weather
Se-Anne Rall|Published