Families left devastated in eThekwini
Residents of eThekwini Municipality face devastation as floods claim lives and leave families homeless, raising urgent questions about safety and urban planning
The Pencil Club shuts its doors amid financial difficulties
The Pencil Club, an exclusive networking club in Durban, has closed its doors leaving employees in financial distress
SA’s urgent need for African language foundation phase teachers
South Africa faces a critical shortage of foundation phase teachers qualified to conduct lessons in African languages, impacting literacy development
Spaza shop owners urged to register by February 28 to avoid penalties
KwaZulu-Natal municipalities urge spaza shop owners to register their businesses by February 28, as failure to do so may result in penalties.
NSFAS calls for students to report abuse, exploitation by accommodation landlords
After recent allegations of landlord misconduct, NSFAS urges students to report any instances of exploitation or abuse to the police
Patients voice frustration over long wait times at Mahatma Gandhi Memorial Hospital
Patients at Mahatma Gandhi Memorial Hospital and Phoenix Community Health Centre express frustration over long waiting times, staff shortages, and inadequate care
Clairwood residents fear logistics park will erase community history
Residents of Clairwood express deep concerns over a proposed logistics park that threatens to erase the area's rich history and community identity, as public consultations begin
Minister Nkabane tackles student accommodation issues amid safety concerns
Minister of Higher Education Nobuhle Nkabane says the management of student accommodation will be handed back to universities in response to safety concerns and allegations of misconduct
Government to shift student housing management back to universities
The decision follows widespread complaints about safety, corruption, and substandard living conditions in private student residences.
South Africa's education system needs urgent overhaul, says Minister Nkabane
Minister of Higher Education and Training, Nobuhle Nkabane has emphasised the importance of the higher education system producing graduates who contribute to economic development, instead of merely seeking jobs in a competitive market
Desperate students at eThekwini TVET College appeal for help amid accommodation challenges
Protesting students at eThekwini TVET College are calling for solutions to their accommodation challenges
Fire claims life of patient at Prince Mshiyeni Memorial Hospital in uMlazi
The 39-year-old patient died of burn injuries after a fire broke out when he allegedly ignited a cigarette lighter while wearing an oxygen mask connected to the main oxygen line.
Hand, Foot, and Mouth Disease outbreak - call for guidelines
The number of confirmed Hand, Foot, and Mouth Disease (HFMD) cases rose on Monday from 168 to 195, with all 27 new cases recorded in the eThekwini district.
Two suspects killed in shootout with police in Inanda
Two alleged criminals were shot dead in a gunfight with police in Inanda, Durban, as law enforcement intensifies efforts to tackle violent crime in the province.
Rapid population growth in KwaZulu-Natal, Premier highlights strain on essential services
KwaZulu-Natal's population has surged to 12. 4 million with most people living in urban areas, prompting Premier Thamsanqa Ntuli to highlight the increasing strain on essential services and housing during the provincial government lekgotla
Frustrated Durban residents demand urgent action over eThekwini's water crisis
Residents from Chatsworth, Northdene, and Moseley protest at eThekwini Municipality’s Water and Sanitation office, demanding urgent action to address ongoing water shortages
Human Settlements MEC Duma announces R100 million funding boost for KZN housing project
The KwaZulu-Natal Department of Human Settlements has secured R100 million in funding from the national government to address the problems with the Aloe Ridge Social Housing Project in Pietermaritzburg
Ipusa demands equal rights and benefits for civilian workers in SAPS
The Independent Police Union of South Africa (Ipusa) has called on the Minister of Police to urgently address disparities in benefits, promotions, and working conditions for civilian workers in the police
KZN Health Department probes allegations of patients turned away without receiving medication
KZN Health MEC Nomagugu Simelane addresses concerns over medication shortages, confirming isolated incidents of patients being turned away and announcing an investigation into the matter
UKZN Optometry Clinic teams up with OneSight to improve vision care access
The UKZN Optometry Clinic partners with OneSight EssilorLuxottica Foundation to enhance vision care accessibility for underserved communities, providing essential resources and training for future optometrists
KZN Health Department says there is no shortage of chronic medication in healthcare facilities
The KZN Health Department refutes claims of chronic medication shortages, asserting that financial constraints have been addressed and procurement measures improved
Deadline looms: Black Sash warns of accessibility challenges for Sassa beneficiaries
Beneficiaries who do not replace their cards in time will be unable to withdraw funds, make transactions, or check balances as the cards will be deactivated.
Sassa gold card deadline sparks worry for rural beneficiaries
Sassa and Postbank announced that all social grant beneficiaries must replace their gold cards by February 28 or risk being unable to access their grants.
‘Stop glorifying criminals’: KZN Premier's strong message at anti-crime imbizo in Inanda
At an anti-crime imbizo in Inanda, KZN Premier Thami Ntuli urges residents to combat rising crime rates and stop glorifying criminals, calling for community responsibility and law enforcement collaboration.
KwaZulu-Natal faces ongoing issue of baby abandonment, says Social Development department
Following a recent incident of baby abandonment in Verulam, the KZN Department of Social Development reveals that financial hardship and teenage pregnancies contribute to this ongoing issue.