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Thursday, May 22, 2025

Numsa mourns the passing of its KZN chairperson

The National Union of Metalworkers of South Africa pays tribute to Phakama Kheswa, a dedicated leader and advocate for workers’ rights, following his passing.

News South Africa
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ANC reconfigures provincial structures in KZN and Gauteng to strengthen party unity

The ANC’s recent restructuring of provincial leadership in KwaZulu-Natal and Gauteng aims to rebuild the party after a significant electoral decline. Mdumiseni Ntuli explains the rationale behind these changes and their implications for the party’s future.

News South Africa
Bongani Hans|Published

Durban residents urged to relocate from high-risk flood zones

Durban’s deputy mayor warns residents of the increasing risks of floods and landslides, urging those in vulnerable areas to relocate inland as climate change intensifies weather disasters.

News South Africa
Bongani Hans|Published

Allegations of fraud at Ezemvelo Wildlife: a parliamentary inquiry unfolds

Allegations of financial misconduct and tender collusion at Ezemvelo Wildlife were discussed in a recent parliamentary session, as CEO Sihle Mkhize outlines steps taken to address the issues.

News South Africa
Bongani Hans|Published

KZN Scopa considers summoning Johan Kruger over Ithala management allegations

The KwaZulu-Natal Standing Committee on Public Accounts is considering summoning Johan Kruger to address serious allegations regarding his management of Ithala SOC Limited, as the bank faces operational challenges.

News South Africa
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Ithala CEO details attempts to retain its banking license

Vilakazi told Scopa that several attempts to get Minister of Finance Enoch Godongwana, to intervene to help the bank obtain a banking license so that it could continue to operate, fell flat.

News South Africa
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Durban man seeks answers after R37 000 tax refund goes missing

Sathdav was shocked to learn that the refund mysteriously ended up in the TymeBank account, which he did not know about.

Cape Argus News
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SARS paid pensioners rebate into a ‘falsified’ TymeBank account

“I don’t know who opened the account with TymeBank as it was not me and not any member of my family,” said Jairaj Sathdav.

Daily News News
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ANC veterans launch initiative to reintegrate former comrades, including Zuma

Veterans of the ANC’s Umkhonto weSizwe are spearheading a project to reintegrate former comrades, including Jacob Zuma, as they strive for unity and reconciliation within the party.

News South Africa
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Elderly man seeks answers after SARS money deposited into unknown TymeBank account

An elderly man from Durban is demanding answers after his SARS refund of over R37,000 was mysteriously deposited into a TymeBank account he did not open.

News South Africa
Bongani Hans|Published

MKP spokesperson addresses allegations of infighting within the party

MKP spokesperson Nhlamulo Ndhlela addresses recent allegations of infighting within the party, highlighting unity and strong leadership despite public controversies.

News South Africa
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MKP launches campaign to save Ithala Bank from liquidation

MKP’s Des van Rooyen calls on Parliament to rectify policies hindering Ithala Bank’s banking licence as the institution faces imminent liquidation.

News South Africa
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Expert warns Afrikaners on US move

An immigration expert cautions Afrikaners considering US President Trump's refugee offer, highlighting potential challenges and risks of moving to America.

Cape Argus News
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White South Africans warned about Trump’s greener pastures offer

Visa Immigration SA managing director Ross Viljoen was reacting to Trump’s executive order opening a floodgate for Afrikaners, aggrieved by their government passing transformation policies, to migrate to America.

Daily News News
Bongani Hans|Published

Trump’s immigration order: Afrikaners in Pietermaritzburg choose home over relocation

Afrikaners in Pietermaritzburg express their strong rejection of Trump’s immigration offer, emphasising their commitment to South Africa despite ongoing struggles.

News South Africa
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Immigration expert warns Afrikaners about taking up Donald Trump’s refugee offer

Visa Immigration SA managing director Ross Viljoen was reacting to Trump’s executive order opening a floodgate for Afrikaners, aggrieved by their government passing transformation policies, to migrate to America.

News South Africa
Bongani Hans|Published

The fight for education: a young man’s journey through tertiary rejections

A young man from Pietermaritzburg shares his struggles with repeated rejections from tertiary institutions, highlighting the challenges faced by many South African youths in accessing higher education.

News South Africa
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Durban businesswoman Shaun Mkhize sufferers another legal setback

This is after the North Gauteng High Court struck her urgent application seeking an order that its curator issues a letter assuring the National Soccer League (NSL) that her soccer club was financially sound to play its games.

Daily News News
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Shauwn Mkhize faces legal setbacks in tax dispute with SARS

Shauwn Mkhize’s urgent application to assure the National Soccer League of her club’s financial stability has been struck down by the Pietermaritzburg High Court, raising questions about the future of Royal AM FC.

News Crime and Courts
Bongani Hans|Published

Trump’s executive order: mixed reactions from South African political parties

Trump’s executive order targeting South Africa has sparked a range of reactions from political parties, highlighting the complexities of international relations and domestic policies.

News South Africa
Bongani Hans|Published

Afrikaner leaders reject Trump’s refugee offer amid land policy concerns

Afrikaner leaders in South Africa firmly reject President Trump’s offer for refugee status, citing a commitment to their homeland and concerns over cultural identity.

News South Africa
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Mandeni community reels from gruesome murders of councillor and police officers

Mandeni, a peaceful community in KwaZulu-Natal, faces a shocking start to the year with the murders of five individuals, including a local councillor and two police officers. As the community grapples with the violence, police investigations continue to uncover the motives behind these tragic events.

News South Africa
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DA challenges Msunduzi Municipality’s R27 million sponsorship of Royal AM FC

DA seeks to nullify Msunduzi Municipality’s R27 million sponsorship of Royal AM FC amid tax allegations against the team’s owner.

News South Africa
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Zuma’s legal strategy: aligning with Thales in arms deal prosecution

Jacob Zuma’s legal team supports Thales’ application for acquittal in the arms deal corruption case, arguing that the death of key witnesses undermines the prosecution’s case.

News South Africa
Bongani Hans|Published

Young South Africans queue for two weeks for university admission

Young people in South Africa are facing despair as they queue for two weeks at the Durban University of Technology, uncertain about their admission status amidst protests and bureaucratic challenges.

News South Africa
Bongani Hans|Published