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Tuesday, May 13, 2025

At 19, Lusanda Madondo becomes youngest graduate at UKZN autumn ceremonies

At 19, Lusanda Madondo became the youngest graduate at the 2025 UKZN autumn graduation, earning a Bachelor of Social Science in Housing.

Se-Anne Rall|Published

Elderly Verulam man attacked by gardener: community leaders urge caution

"He suffered a cracked skull and injuries to his face, and the loss of a tooth, during the attack," said his wife.

Yoshini Perumal|Published

Education minister trumpet progress but infrastructure challenges remain

Minister Siviwe Gwarube presents progress on school infrastructure in South Africa, addressing both achievements and ongoing challenges in a recent parliamentary session.

Tracy-Lynn Ruiters|Published

Challenges facing NSFAS: higher education and training committee members voice concerns

Amidst criticism from committee members, NSFAS’s acting CEO Waseem Carrim outlines a plan for stability and efficiency, acknowledging the challenges faced by the institution.

Thobeka Ngema|Published

Frustrated Chatsworth residents voice concerns over proposed budget and water crisis

WATCH: Residents protest against proposed tariff increases during Mayor Cyril Xaba’s budget consultation, highlighting ongoing water issues and the need for better service delivery

Yoshini Perumal|Published

Student accommodation issues: NSFAS outlines challenges and future plans

NSFAS discusses the current challenges in student accommodation and outlines plans for improvement as they face the 2025 academic year.

Thobeka Ngema|Published

Terence Nombembe awarded honorary Doctorate in Commerce by the University of Pretoria

The University of Pretoria has conferred an honorary Doctorate in Commerce on Terence Nombembe, the first black Auditor-General of South Africa, recognising his unwavering commitment to ethics and integrity in public service.

Staff Reporter|Published

Chatsworth water crisis: Allegations of threats against distribution officer

Community denies claims of ‘water mafia’

Yoshini Perumal|Published

Open Book Festival 2025: a week of creative workshops in Cape Town

Discover the Open Book Festival's Workshop Week from 2nd to 7th June 2025 in Cape Town, featuring acclaimed writers and hands-on workshops designed to inspire creativity and enhance writing skills

Staff Reporter|Published