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'The judge erred': NPA appeals Nigerian pastor Timothy Omotoso's rape acquittal
The NPA is set to appeal the High Court's controversial acquittal of Nigerian pastor Timothy Omotoso, raising questions about the justice system's handling of serious allegations.
FIA seminar tackles online abuse in motorsport
The FIA's recent seminar brought together over 100 members to address online abuse in sports, featuring insights from Roshni Gajjar and other scholarship recipients on innovative research aimed at combating this pressing issue.
New eThekwini billing format aims to simplify resident experience
Ethekwini residents express frustration over complex billing, prompting the Revenue Management Unit to implement a simplified billing system by December 2024
Pastor Thabiso Mongatane sentenced for raping vulnerable woman during steaming session
A Limpopo pastor has been sentenced to 15 years in prison for exploiting a vulnerable woman under the guise of spiritual healing, highlighting the urgent need for awareness around abuse of power in religious settings.
House of horrors: Woman allegedly held stepson hostage for 20 years before he started fire to escape
Authorities apprehend a woman accused of holding her stepson captive for two decades, leading him to ignite a fire in a desperate bid for freedom.
KwaZulu-Natal mother abandons infant son for night of binge drinking
In a troubling incident, a KwaZulu-Natal mother allegedly abandoned her infant son for a night of drinking, prompting calls for greater awareness of child abandonment issues.
Church leaders fight back against government control plans
Religious leaders are mounting fierce opposition to unprecedented government proposals that would require churches to obtain licenses and submit to state oversight. Freedom of Religion SA warns this threatens constitutional rights, while authorities argue it's necessary to protect vulnerable congregants.
New developments in eThekwini's sports body lease moratorium
The eThekwini Executive Committee discusses a moratorium on sports body lease agreements to address community challenges and ensure sustainable sports development
Clairwood residents raise concerns over proposed logistics park rezoning
Residents of Clairwood express their concerns regarding the eThekwini Municipality’s proposal to rezone their suburb into a logistics park, citing inadequate communication and the need for further consultation.
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.
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.
Young woman claims the corporate world is full of exclusion and gatekeeping
Discover the challenges faced by black women in corporate spaces as Nobuhle Radebe shares her journey of exclusion and the need for solidarity among women.
Inside Kruger National Park’s battle against poaching and corruption
Kruger National Park grapples with a severe poaching crisis as over 40 staff members are arrested for their involvement in rhino poaching, revealing deep-rooted corruption within the park.
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.
Inside Kruger National Park’s battle against poaching and corruption
Kruger National Park grapples with a severe poaching crisis as over 40 staff members are arrested for their involvement in rhino poaching, revealing deep-rooted corruption within the park.
Do not circulate videos of men being tortured at Zanzou — its criminal, says South African Human Rights Commission
The South African Human Rights Commission responds to disturbing torture videos from Zanzou, urging public to refrain from sharing content that violates victims' rights.
Isipingo ratepayers challenge eThekwini Municipality on service delivery failures
Isipingo residents express frustration over ongoing service delivery failures during a meeting with municipal officials, demanding urgent solutions to pressing issues.
Eskom faces R2. 2 billion municipal debt and ongoing challenges in KwaZulu-Natal
Eskom officials in KwaZulu-Natal discuss the R2. 2 billion municipal debt, illegal connections, and community interference affecting electricity supply, while outlining plans to address these challenges.
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.
Is your partner playing the field? 10 red flags you can't ignore
Unexplained absences and late-night phone calls are obvious signs of a cheating partner; however, some indicators can be harder to detect.
Water curtailment for eThekwini will continue until September
The uMngeni-uThukela Water Authority's ongoing water curtailments in eThekwini Municipality highlight the City's struggle with water management amidst significant losses in revenue
Investing in Water: uMngeni-uThukela’s ambitious plans for KwaZulu-Natal
uMngeni-uThukela Water outlines a bold plan to invest over R15 billion in water infrastructure projects across KwaZulu-Natal, aiming to enhance water supply and wastewater treatment in the region
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.
Valentine's Day dilemma: is sharing your password a sign of trust or control?
Sharing passwords might seem romantic, but understanding the implications of such a gesture is essential for safeguarding your relationship from the potential pitfalls of digital intimacy.
Woman teacher faces 10 years in prison for allegedly raping teen boy and getting pregnant
A teenager claims that he initiated the relationship with a teacher he impregnated, leading to her being charged with rape of a minor.