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KZN announces bold interventions to tackle food poisoning, spaza shop safety
Recent food poisoning incidents have highlighted systemic challenges in the informal food sector, where regulation and enforcement have been uneven.
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Is the Mexican cartel in South Africa? – KZN police intercept millions worth cocaine at harbour
Law enforcement is working to establish the total value of the drugs, with further details expected in an official statement from the Durban SAPS.
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Durban long-distance taxi strike continues on Monday, 2 December 2024
The strike is led by taxi association members who claim that their vehicles are being unfairly impounded.
Crime
Amaoti e-hailing driver shot in brazen hijacking
An e-hailing driver was shot during a hijacking in Amaoti, KZN. The suspects fled with the driver’s vehicle.
Crime
Gateway Mall a no-go zone after cash-in-transit robbery
A money truck was targeted in a brazen heist at Gateway Mall this morning. Here's the latest.
Crime
Glenwood mom and son killed in home invasion
Coincidentally, the husband had left the house to open his informal trading store six minutes away in Panorama Gardens shortly before the incident.
News
Expired antibiotics among dated items found in Bluff spaza warehouse
Police also discovered hazardous chemicals stored next to consumables, including the pesticide "Sniper," a systemic termite control insecticide that contains the active ingredient fipronil 5%.
Crime
Empangeni shootout ends in instant karma for robbery suspects
Two robbery suspects were killed in a shootout with Empangeni police, while four others were arrested in a separate house robbery sting.
News
eThekwini Municipality clears the air on M19 pipe burst
In addition to addressing the pipeline break, eThekwini’s emergency team is evaluating the impact on nearby informal settlements, which bore the brunt of the flooding.
Crime
KZN police make breakthrough in Groutville traffic cop murder case
KZN police have arrested a suspect in connection with the murder of a Groutville traffic officer, Desmond Arumugam.
Crime
Riet River pensioner robbery case: Here are the latest updates
Two women have been arrested in connection with the drugging and robbery of a Riet River pensioner.
Crime
Riet River duo wanted for drugging and robbing pensioner
Police are searching for two women who allegedly drugged and robbed a pensioner in Riet River after using details about his late wife to gain his trust.
News
President Ramaphosa notes progress by the Presidential eThekwini Working Group
The PeWG operates across three spheres of government and includes representatives from the private sector and labour.
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KwaZulu-Natal lauded for its resilience and determination to recover
The President was delivering opening remarks at the meeting between the National Executive and the KwaZulu-Natal provincial Executive Council at the Coastlands Musgrave Hotel in Durban, on Thursday.
Viral News
Watch: Woman attacks Ramaphosa and King Misuzulu at Shaka statue unveiling
A shocking incident unfolded at the unveiling of a statue of King Shaka kaSenzangakhona on Thursday, 7 November, when a woman, believed to be a guest, attempted to attack President Cyril Ramaphosa and King Misuzulu kaZwelithini. Story Summary: Watch: Woman intercepted before she attacks Ramaphosa and King Misuzulu The statue, located at King Shaka International […]
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Towering Shaka Zulu statue unveiled at KZN airport
The statue, situated prominently outside the airport named after King Shaka, aims to better represent the historic king’s fierce warrior legacy.
Crime
Mahlabathini police shootout ends in instant karma for alleged hitmen
Two suspected hitmen met their end in a shootout with police in Mahlabathini, where firearms and ammunition were recovered.
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Battle over land in KwaZulu-Natal
Since 2022, people have been trying to occupy land in Rocky Ridge in KwaDukuza.
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KZN Transport clears the air on collapsing Ezimbokodweni River Bridge
Despite the urgency, no timeline has been provided for the bridge’s repair, sparking frustration among commuters who rely on this key route.
Crime
Mooi River police shootout ends with four suspects killed
In a high-stakes police shootout near Mooi River, four suspects, including a most-wanted hitman linked to taxi-related murders, were killed.
News
Durban weather: Cato Ridge taxi collision kills one, several injured
Heavy rainfall in Durban caused multiple accidents on Monday, including a fatal taxi crash in Cato Ridge. Here’s what to expect for Tuesday’s weather.
Crime
KZN traffic officer killed during routine stop along N2 Groutville
A KZN traffic officer was fatally shot along the N2 Groutville off-ramp during a routine stop, on Monday morning.
News
Broken promises and neglect: the struggle for clean tap water in rural KZN
“Sometimes we fight over water”.
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KZN magistrate becomes witness in his own matter
Interpol insisting on an interview forces magistrate to recuse himself from an extradition case
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KZN Transport issues update on Durban taxi strike
KZN Transport issued an update on the Durban taxi strike causing major CBD disruptions, with ongoing road closures on Wednesday.
News
Durban taxi protests: Roads to avoid on Wednesday, 30 October 2024
Durban taxi protests continue to disrupt key routes on Wednesday, 30 October 2024, with major road closures in place across the city.
Crime
Etete woman killed in random road rage shooting
On Tuesday, a road rage incident near Etete ended in a tragic shooting of a female motorist. Here's what we know.
Crime
Estcourt mass shooting: KZN police make crucial arrests
According to police, six masked suspects, armed with rifles and handguns, entered the homestead during the ceremony and opened fire on attendees.
Crime
Estcourt mass shooting: KZN police make breakthrough with crucial arrest
KZN police have arrested a suspect following the Estcourt mass shooting, which claimed four lives during a traditional ceremony.
Crime
Jerimiah Xolo: Zwelisha toddler killed in suspected hit
A four-year-old child, Jerimiah Xolo, was shot in Zwelisha, KwaZulu-Natal, in what appears to be a calculated and silent attack.