KZN Disaster Teams on High Alert as Severe Weather Expected This Weekend
KwaZulu-Natal authorities have deployed disaster management teams across the province ahead of severe weather conditions forecast from Saturday through Monday.
130 Palestinian Refugees Granted Entry After 13-Hour Ordeal at OR Tambo
After spending 13 hours stranded on a plane at OR Tambo International Airport, 130 Palestinian refugees have finally been allowed to enter South Africa.
Supreme Court of Appeal to Hear ANC’s Case Against MK Party Over Name and Logo
The Supreme Court of Appeal in Bloemfontein is set to hear an appeal by the African National Congress (ANC) challenging the use of the MK Party’s name and logo.
Decomposed Body Found in Bush Near Waterloo
A badly decomposed body has been discovered in a bushy area in Lovisa near Waterloo, KwaZulu-Natal, early on Friday morning.
Body of Missing Richards Bay Man Found After Suspects Arrested
The body of 57-year-old Rajankumar “Boya” Sew has been recovered in Aquadene, KwaZulu-Natal, following the arrest of two suspects linked to his disappearance.
Hawks Seize R400,000 Worth of Counterfeit Alcohol in Ekurhuleni Crackdown
The Hawks have seized counterfeit alcohol worth an estimated R400,000 during a targeted operation in the City of Ekurhuleni, as authorities ramp up efforts to curb the circulation of illegal liquor nationwide.
Southern Durban Water Pipeline Upgrade Set for Completion in Nine Months
A major upgrade to the water supply network in southern Durban is on track for commissioning within the next nine months, according to engineers overseeing the Southern Aqueduct project. The initiative involves constructing a new 24-kilometre bulk water pipeline to replace ageing infrastructure that has long exceeded its 50-year lifespan.
Commemorations Mark 165 Years Since Arrival of Indian Indentured Labourers in KZN
As South Africa prepares to mark 165 years since the arrival of the first Indian indentured labourers, the director of a Durban heritage centre is urging citizens to take part in the commemorations.
KZN Police to Submit Dockets for Review Over Controversial Plea Deal in Scharnick Case
KwaZulu-Natal police say they are finalising two dockets for submission to the Provincial Director of Public Prosecutions and the Magistrates Commission as part of a review into the plea agreement granted to controversial businessman Stuart Scharnick.
Rand Surges Past R17 to the Dollar, With Further Gains Expected
The rand broke through the R17 to the dollar level on Thursday for the first time in years, and analysts believe the currency may continue to strengthen in the coming weeks.
Palestinian Refugees Allowed Entry Into South Africa After Day-Long Airport Ordeal
More than 150 Palestinian refugees who were stranded at OR Tambo International Airport for nearly a full day have now been allowed into South Africa.
One-Year-Old Among Three Shot in Westbury as Gunmen Chase Target Into Home
Three people including a one-year-old child have been wounded in a shooting in Westbury, Johannesburg, after two gunmen reportedly chased their target into a home on Thursday night.
Man Gunned Down in Isipingo
A man has been shot and killed in Isipingo, south of Durban, after gunmen opened fire on his vehicle along Lotus Drive in Lotus Park on Thursday afternoon.
Presidential Working Group Notes Progress in eThekwini’s Service Delivery Systems
A member of the Presidential eThekwini Working Group says there are clear signs of progress in municipal systems designed to improve service delivery across Durban.
Judge Orders Medical Treatment for Accused in Senzo Meyiwa Murder Trial
Proceedings in the Senzo Meyiwa murder trial were delayed on Thursday after one of the accused, Fisokuhle Ntuli, alleged he had been assaulted by prison officials.
Women For Change Mobilises National Shutdown to Spotlight Gender-Based Violence
The Women For Change organisation says it has been overwhelmed by public support ahead of a national shutdown planned for 21 November to highlight the urgent crisis of gender-based violence (GBV) in South Africa.
Presidential Working Group Inspects Key Upgrade Projects Across eThekwini
The Presidential eThekwini Working Group conducted a series of inspections across Durban on Thursday, assessing progress on several major upgrade and maintenance projects aimed at improving service delivery and boosting investment in the metro.
SAHRC Calls for Stronger Collaboration to Improve School Safety and Sanitation
The South African Human Rights Commission (SAHRC) says ensuring safety and dignity in schools must be a joint effort between government departments, local municipalities, and communities.
South Africa Ranked Seventh Globally for Organised Crime
South Africa has been ranked as the seventh most affected country in the world by organised crime a troubling sign that criminal networks are tightening their grip on the nation.
Suspect Nabbed After Learner Stabbed Near Woodview School in Phoenix
Swift coordination between KZNVIP Response Officers and members of the Community Policing Forum (CPF) led to the arrest of a suspect following a stabbing near a secondary school in Woodview, Phoenix, on 11 November 2025.
Construction Sector Drives Job Growth, Says Ramaphosa
President Cyril Ramaphosa says South Africa’s construction industry is once again emerging as a key driver of economic growth, after accounting for more than half of all jobs created in the third quarter of the year.
Western Cape Pastors to March on Parliament Over Church Regulations
Pastors from across the Western Cape are expected to march to Parliament on Thursday in protest against proposed government regulations for religious institutions.
Richards Bay Police Probe Hijacking and Kidnapping After Local Man Goes Missing
Police in Richards Bay are investigating a case of hijacking and kidnapping following the disappearance of 57-year-old Ranjankumar “Boya” Sew.
Argentina’s Milei to Skip G20 Summit in South Africa
Argentina’s President Javier Milei will not attend the upcoming G20 Leaders’ Summit in South Africa later this month, his spokesperson has confirmed.