2024 Comrades Marathon: Durban road closures for Sunday, 9 June 2024
The 2024 Comrades Marathon will cause extensive road closures in Durban on Sunday. Here’s what you must know.
Events
Crime
Durban cash-in-transit heist causes traffic backlog on N2 north
A cash-in-transit heist caused a significant traffic backlog on the N2 northbound near the Kwa Mashu offramp in Durban this morning.
Crime
Most-wanted Durban cash-in-transit syndicate killed in police shootout
Two suspects linked to Durban’s most-wanted cash-in-transit syndicate were killed in a police shootout in Phoenix, on Tuesday.
News
Tongaat weather forecast for Tuesday, 4 June 2024
Tongaat faces more severe weather following a devastating tornado. Read the latest updates and forecast for Tuesday, 4 June 2024.
Crime
Glenmore suspect reveals chilling motive behind mass stabbing
A suspect in the Glenmore mass stabbing reveals a chilling motive behind attacking the Hoosen family.
News
Watch: Mini tornado spotted in Durban amid torrential conditions [video]
Severe weather hit Durban, including a mini tornado, causing significant disruptions and damage.
Crime
Durban cash-in-transit claims security guard’s life
A cash-in-transit heist in Durban CBD resulted in the death of a security guard. Here’s what we know about the tragic incident.
News
Police on high alert for possible MK Party-fuelled riots
Police in KwaZulu-Natal are on high alert for potential riots following the 2024 election results announcement, with concerns that MK Party supporters might incite unrest.
Crime
Bloodshed rattles KZN with three men murdered in Muden
Three men were murdered in Muden, KZN, early today after being ambushed at a nearby homestead. Here’s what we know about the incident.
News
Durban M4 crash kills mom-to-be: Here are the latest updates
A tragic accident on Durban’s M4 freeway resulted in the death of a pregnant woman and her unborn child.
News
Burnwood protests escalate on Tuesday, 28 May 2024
On Tuesday, protestors continued to block key roads, including the Clare Road bridge and the end of Burnwood Road heading towards Makro in Springfield, using burning tyres and debris.
News
Burnwood riots: Durban motorists warned to avoid these roads
Motorists are warned to avoid these roads in and around Burnwood, Durban.
News
Fire breaks out near King Shaka International Airport: Here’s what we know
A veld fire near King Shaka International Airport has caused significant traffic disruptions amid ongoing taxi protests in Durban.
News
Durban taxi shutdown: Latest updates on Friday, 24 May 2024
Durban faced major traffic shutdown on Friday as taxi drivers blocked key roads, causing extensive gridlock.
News
Port Shepstone rocked by taxi-truck shutdown: Here are the latest updates
Port Shepstone faces major disruptions due to a taxi-truck shutdown. Roads are blocked, and motorists are advised to avoid these areas.
News
Durban taxi crash leaves 10 injured: Here’s the latest
Ten people were injured in a taxi crash on Old Fort Road in Durban. Stay updated on the latest developments and traffic advisories.
Crime
Ottawa delivery biker collapses from poisoned pie
A delivery biker in Ottawa, KZN, collapsed after consuming a poisoned pie allegedly given to him by an ex-colleague.
Crime
2024 Comrades Marathon: Two KZN joggers targeted in brazen robbery
Two KZN joggers training for the 2024 Comrades Marathon were robbed in a brazen attack, resulting in a heart attack for a bystander who tried to help.
News
EFF shut down Durban CBD: Road closures motorists must avoid on Tuesday, 21 May 2024
The EFF shut down Durban CBD on Tuesday, causing significant road closures. Here are the routes motorists must avoid.
Crime
Watch: Durban store robbery caught on camera [video]
A convenience store in Morningside, Durban, was targeted in a robbery and the chilling encounter was caught on camera.
News
Eston R603 taxi crash claims woman’s life
A woman in her thirties lost her life, and another individual was injured in a tragic head-on collision on the R603 in Eston.
News
Major truck shutdown expected to affect these routes on Monday, 20 May 2024
A major truck shutdown is anticipated to affect multiple routes on Monday, 20 May 2024,
News
Ballito construction site collapse latest news: Here’s what we know
Rescue efforts are ongoing at the Ballito construction site where a sand bank collapse has trapped several contractors.
News
Truck driver gets 20-year imprisonment for 2022 Pongolo crash
Sibusiso Siyaya was sentenced to 20 years in prison for causing the 2022 Pongolo truck crash that killed 21 people, 19 of whom were children.
Crime
Suspects in AKA and Tibz murders denied bail
The five suspects linked to the murders of Kiernan ‘AKA’ Forbes and Tebello ‘Tibz’ Motsoane were denied bail. Here’s what happens next.
Crime
Watch live: AKA murder suspects back in court [video]
A decisive ruling is scheduled in the bail application of the suspects accused of murdering South African rapper AKA and his friend Tibz
Crime
Hillcrest shooting ends in death for KZN’s most-wanted killer
In Hillcrest, KZN police fatally shot a long-wanted murder suspect after a gun battle.
Travel
Africa Travel Indaba kicks off in Durban
This year’s Africa Travel Indaba is expected to be attended by 9,000 delegates from over 25 countries.
Crime
Canelands hostage rescue: Four suspects arrested after terrifying ordeal
In Canelands, KZN, a dramatic rescue operation led to the arrest of four suspects who had held three women captive, planning to murder them.
News
Durban traffic on Monday, 13 May 2024: Multi-vehicle pile-on leaves 10 injured
A multi-vehicle accident in Durban has left 10 people injured, causing extensive traffic delays throughout the city.