Call for comprehensive overhaul of SA’s Disaster Management System

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South Africa's Local Government Association calls for an overhaul of the disaster management system to improve responses to extreme weather events

Minister calls urgent meeting to address water disruptions in eThekwini Municipality

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Amid ongoing water supply disruptions, the Minister of Water and Sanitation convenes an urgent meeting with local leaders to address the challenges facing eThekwini ...

Six lives lost as heavy rains hit eThekwini Municipality

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Six people have tragically lost their lives due to severe rains in eThekwini Municipality, which has also prompted the temporary closure of several beaches

Despite minor decline, SA’s unemployment rate remains alarmingly high

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While South Africa's unemployment rate shows a slight decline to 31. 9%, concerns persist over the high rate of youth unemployment and the need for effective government ...

Malema says there is ‘no government’ amid Budget speech postponement

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Julius Malema criticises the government’s inability to present the Budget, claiming it has collapsed as the much-anticipated Budget Speech is postponed until March ...

HPCSA takes action against unregistered medical practitioners in Durban

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The Health Professions Council of South Africa has arrested two unregistered individuals in Durban for practising without proper registration, highlighting ongoing ...

Families of soldiers killed in DRC to receive remains

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They were killed when rebel group the M23, backed by Rwandan forces, advanced to the crucial area of Goma in the DRC.

Political parties call for Motshekga to resign, say SANDF were ‘ill-equipped’ for DRC conflict

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The DA said the president and Defence Minister Angie Motshekga must be held accountable for failing to prioritise the safety and effectiveness of South African troops. ...

Tragic drowning incidents on KwaZulu-Natal's South Coast

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Five drowning incidents have occurred on the South Coast of KwaZulu-Natal in the past two weeks, including a tragic case where a 13-year-old boy was swept out to ...

KwaZulu-Natal's tourism figures surge, best performance in past four years

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The latest tourism figures for KwaZulu-Natal reveal a resurgence in the sector, with hotel occupancy rates soaring and significant direct spending recorded during ...

Alarm over rape, assault and corruption cases against cops

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Alarming statistics reveal high rates of rape, assault and corruption within the South African police service, prompting calls for urgent reform and accountability ...

Sona: Pledge to fix broken municipalities, overhaul funding model

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President Cyril Ramaphosa highlights urgent service delivery issues and outlines a medium-term strategy to revitalise public services, amidst a water crisis and ...

Several KZN towns impacted by electricity outages due to severe storms

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Power utility Eskom said teams are working to restore electricity to the affected areas across the province

Boosting compliance: 4600 spaza shop owners register businesses in eThekwini Municipality

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The eThekwini Municipality said it will be holding information sharing workshops to encourage more business owners to come forward

Top IEB matric achievers reveal their secrets to success

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The pupils who achieved within the top 5% in 6 or more subjects and achieved a rating level of 7 in Life Orientation shared their tips and advice for the class of ...

Road Traffic Management Corporation to focus on districts with high road crash and fatality statistics

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The RTMC said the districts with a high number of crashes are Amathole district in the Eastern Cape, eThekwini Municipality, City of Johannesburg, City of Cape Town, ...

Police, in joint operation with US agencies FBI and Homeland Security, arrest two Gauteng men for child pornography, sexual ...

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SAPS, in collaboration with the FBI and Homeland Security, have arrested two men for child pornography and sexual grooming in separate incidents

The Michael Jackson HIStory Show is back in SA

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With an electrifying performance by Garth Field as Michael, audiences get an authentic Jackson experience.

UKZN hosts inaugural music showcase and jazz jol

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Tonight’s multi-genre music showcase will celebrate the diversity of UKZN’s music department, featuring performances from African Music and Dance, Jazz, Opera, Choral, ...

Mishandling of a case at the centre of Independent Media, IOL withdrawal from Press Council of SA

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Independent Media said in line with global best practices, it is reintroducing its Group Ombudsman’s Office.

Visa reforms will boost economic growth

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The presidency said the reforms looked to achieve more rapid and inclusive growth and create jobs by removing the constraints that have held the economy back in ...

SA lacking skills to combat cyberthreats

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According to the South African data, only 4% of surveyed organisations reported no cyberattacks in the last 12 months.

Happiness trends in South Africa much higher since elections and formation of the new GNU

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The findings indicated an upward trend in the happiness of South Africans and an increase in international trust in the country’s future.

Watch VideoConversations with your children matter

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The impact of domestic violence is devastating on so many levels that it is best to break the cycle sooner than later.

MK Party, IEC to face off in court

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The matter is before the Constitutional Court as the Electoral Court had ruled that Zuma was able to stand as a candidate despite being handed a 15-month prison ...