Dudu Myeni arrest linked to Bosasa corruption: Here’s what you must know
The charges against Dudu Myeni are connected to the sprawling Bosasa corruption scandal, with she and Trevor Mathenjwa granted bail.
News
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Brighton Beach Tazz motorist lauded for delivering instant karma to robbers [video]
The Toyota Tazz motorist, blinded by rage, rammed her foot on the accelerator and dashed toward the fleeing suspect who had her handbag.
Viral
Watch: Heavily Armed Taxi Drivers Cause Shutdown in uMhlanga [Video]
Onlookers took these videos of the tense shutdown, showing several taxi drivers patrolling the roads with heavy artillery.
News
SIU granted order to freeze KZN NLC official’s bank accounts
The Special Investigating Unit (SIU) has been granted a preservation order by the Special Tribunal to freeze approximately R2.4 million held in four bank accounts linked to a KwaZulu-Natal National Lotteries Commission’s (NLC) official and his wife.
News
When is Mangosuthu Buthelezi’s funeral? – Here’s everything we know
Prince Buthelezi passed away on Saturday morning at the age of 95.
News
Eskom recalls technicians from Esikhaleni, Mandlakala, Dlangezwa following threats from residents
The Zircon and Cygnus substations, critical components of the local electrical infrastructure, have experienced tripping, leading to power outages in the affected areas.
Travel
King Shaka Airport Faces Flight Delays as System Shutdown Disrupts Operations
While departure flights were able to take off on time, the airport anticipates possible delays for ongoing operations.
Crime
Watch: Horror Durban cash-in-transit caught on camera [video]
Durban onlookers watched on in horror as armed suspects pulled off a daring cash-in-transit heist near Russell and Victoria Street.
Crime
Watch: Brazen Durban cellphone snatcher caught on CCTV [video]
A Durban cellphone snatcher was caught on CCTV targeting an unsuspecting woman on Musgrave Road. Here’s the footage of the robbery.
Crime
KZN traffic clerk sentenced to six years for selling learners licences for R1 000
Xolani Simelane, a disgraced KZN traffic clerk, sold learners’ licences for R1 000 each, unaware that he had attracted the Hawks’ attention.
Travel
KwaZulu-Natal travel guide: When to visit, Places to visit, Safety suggestions
Here’s a comprehensive KwaZulu-Natal travel guide, including information on when to visit, places to visit and safety suggestions.
Crime
Verulam passenger due in court for fabricated ‘horror’ kidnapping
An unidentified man from Verulam, KZN, Is due in court for fabricating a hijacking and kidnapping incident that wasted emergency resources.
Crime
WATCH: Durban church robbery caught on live stream [video]
A Durban church was the scene of a brazen robbery that was caught on live stream, on Thursday evening.
Crime
Suspect meets instant karma in botched Tongaat toll hijacking [photo]
The Tongaat toll gate hosted a gory crime scene after a suspect was killed in a botched hijacking incident.
Crime
Nzuzo Njilo fraud case gets new court date: Here’s everything we know
The fraud case agaisnt Nzuzo Njilo and his co-accused Kwanda Ntshangase, was postponed to October 2023. Here’s everything we know.
News
KZN Midlands weather: Residents warned to brace for cold front
The department also warned residents, particularly in the Midlands areas of an incoming snowfall expected to impact the south-western part of the province.
News
R1bn disbursed to KZN businesses post-July civil unrest
President Cyril Ramaphosa announced measures to ensure that peace and stability are maintained throughout the country and that there are no further incidents of violence.
News
Public Protector probes government’s 2022 flood relief efforts
Auditor-General recently revealed that KwaZulu-Natal only spent R251-million of the R5.8-billion budget allocated in the aftermath of the 2022 floods
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KZN health department fires hospital security company
Guards downed tools because they have not yet been paid for June
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KZN motorists warned to practice caution as Van Reenen’s Pass reopens
Southbound lanes on Van Reenen’s Pass have now been reopened, allowing for traffic in both directions through the use of contraflow measures.
Crime
Mbuso Moloi: ‘Woolworths looter’ sentenced to three years – Here’s what you must know
Mbuso Moloi, the infamous ‘Woolworths looter’ from Durban’s 2021 July unrest, was sentenced to three years on Friday. Here’s what you must know.
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Was Misuzulu KaZwelithini poisoned? – Here’s what the Zulu King revealed [video]
Zulu King Misuzulu KaZwelithini shot down rumours he was in Eswatini to receive treatment for an alleged poisoning.
Events
2023 Durban July: Roads to avoid on Saturday, 1 July 2023
The 2023 Durban July takes place on Saturday, 1 July 2023 and motorists have been warned to avoid these roads.
Local
L’vovo pulls out of 2023 Cotton Fest DBN lineup
Durban music veteran L’vovo has withdrawn from 2023 Cotton Fest DBN, a week after fans boycotted his inclusion in the lineup.
News
Deadly Durban floods: Rescuers on high alert as torrential weather wreaks havoc [video]
Rescuers remain on high alert as Durban floods continue to wreak havoc on Wednesday, 28 June 2023. Here’s everything you must know.
Crime
Chatsworth Centre jewellery store robbery caught on camera [video]
The Chatsworth Centre jewellery story robbery was caught on camera by gob-smacked eyewitnesses. Check it out right here.
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Was it a cyclone or tornado? – Here’s an explainer of what happened in Inanda [video]
Was it a cyclone or tornado that struck Inanda, KZN, on Tuesday, 27 June 2023? Here’s a detailed explainer.
Crime
Witchcraft-related murders on the rise in KZN, govt warns
Witchcraft-related violence is a deeply rooted issue that requires immediate attention, the KZN government said.
Crime
Marianhill shootout ends in horror for five suspects
Five alleged suspects were fatally gunned down in a fiery shootout with police in Marianhill, KZN, on Thursday.
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Karyn Maughan, Billy Downer defeat Zuma in court: Here’s a breakdown of the ruling
Zuma will be responsible for covering the attorneys’ and advocates’ fees for both Billy Downer and Karyn Maughan, totalling four counsels.