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Macua report uncovers massive fraud in South African mining sector

An investigation by the Mining Affected United in Action (Macua) has uncovered that over R284 million allocated for Social and Labour Plans in mining areas has gone missing, raising serious concerns about fraud and mismanagement in the sector. This report sheds light on the systemic issues affecting mining communities across South Africa.

News South Africa
Manyane Manyane|Published

Truck accidents and looting prompt KZN's call for rail system modernisation

Multiple vehicle collisions on the N3 near Cato Ridge led to widespread looting, prompting KwaZulu-Natal's Transport MEC Siboniso Duma to urgently call for rail network revitalization and increased funding as truck-related chaos continues to plague provincial highways.

News South Africa Kwazulu Natal
Zainul Dawood|Published

Merafong healthcare crisis: ActionSA demands action over R600m Covid hospital scandal

ActionSA exposes gross mismanagement in Merafong's healthcare system, where R600m was squandered on a COVID-19 hospital that treated only 147 patients. The party demands immediate prosecution of officials involved and calls for accountability in the AngloGold Ashanti Hospital scandal.

The Star News
Masabata Mkwananzi|Published

The secrets behind Amanzimtoti CPF’s success in community policing

Discover how the Amanzimtoti Community Police Forum excels in community safety through innovative strategies, collaboration, and unwavering dedication, earning the title of CPF of the Year.

News South Africa Kwazulu Natal
Gcwalisile Khanyile|Published

Duduzane Zuma encourages sister to face charges head-on

Duduzane Zuma urges his sister, Zuma-Sambudla, to confront her legal challenges directly, reflecting on his own experiences with the justice system.

News South Africa
Gcwalisile Khanyile|Published

Clashes in Mozambique after opposition leader calls for protest

Tensions were rising in Mozambique's capital Maputo on Thursday, as police fired tear gas to disperse protesters gathered after the main opposition leader called to demonstrate election results.

News Africa
Michael Andisile Mayalo|Published

JUST IN: Mozambican port officials flee into South Africa again, Lebombo border closed as violence flares up

Border Management Authority commissioner Michael Masiapato said on Thursday morning protesters intensified their riots and looted some of trucks.

News Politics
Jonisayi Maromo|Published

Still no justice for riot victims

Given the effects of the July 2021 riots in terms of lives lost (about 350), businesses damaged and destroyed, jobs shed and damage to the economy estimated at R50 billion, money our faltering economy could scarcely afford to see go up in flames, it would be prudent to expect that, three years later, the instigators of the violence would have received their comeuppance and been contemplating the error of their ways while reclining on a cot in jail.

iOS Opinion
Zoubair Ayoob|Published

‘The laws must be respected and enforced’: Mbalula promises action on spaza food safety

From February to September, Gauteng recorded over 200 cases of food poisoning, raising concerns about food safety standards in township shops.

News Politics
Kamogelo Moichela|Published

Safety concerns arise after 35 learners affected by food poisoning in Limpopo

An investigation is under way in Limpopo after 35 learners from Makahlule Primary School exhibited symptoms of food poisoning, raising serious concerns over food safety in schools.

The Star News
Siyabonga Sithole|Published

Some outgoing ministers left their allocated homes in a ‘dreadful state’ - with one running a taxi business out of it

The department is currently engaging with the non-returning members to return assets which were reportedly taken or to account for them, or to repair damages which have been encountered.

News Politics
Vernon Pillay|Published

Premier Ntuli to revive crucial business precinct ravaged by 2021 riots

KwaZulu-Natal Premier Thamsanqa Ntuli, who became premier in June, will hold a meeting with the businesses marred by a string of snags, which have led to their closures.

Daily News News
LUNGANI ZUNGU|Published

29 Foreign nationals arrested in Northern Cape for illicit mining activities

Numerous mining implements and diamond-bearing gravel were confiscated during these operations.

News Crime and Courts
Robin-Lee Francke|Published

Rising above the challenges

For many business owners and entrepreneurs in KwaZulu-Natal and Gauteng, July 2021 will remain etched in their memories, albeit for very unpleasant reasons.

Sunday Tribune News
Sibusiso Mboto|Published

Tensions rise in Moroka after 21-year-old allegedly shot by Pakistani national

Tensions rise in Moroka after a local resident is shot, allegedly by a foreign shop owner, sparking community divisions. Operation Dudula's proposed shutdown faces strong opposition from residents defending the vital businesses.

News Crime and Courts
Wendy Dondolo|Published

‘Phala Phala is not dead’: Malema hits back at Steenhuisen, says DA is using VBS to destroy EFF

Malema further vowed to launch a new investigation into the matter, stating that ‘Phala Phala is not dead’.

News Politics
Kamogelo Moichela|Published

July 2021 unrest: State insurer says slow response fuelled the riots, leading to R60bn damage in 7 days

Sasria said there was a communication breakdown between the security cluster in handling the July 2021 riots and help was not sent on time.

News South Africa Kwazulu Natal
Sinenhlanhla Masilela|Published

KZN businesses still picking up the pieces, three years after July 2021 unrest

It’s been three years since the July 2021 unrest; we take a look at how the events unfolded and where we stand today.

News Crime and Courts
Se-Anne Rall|Published

Delays in July unrest pre-trial

The accused constantly changing legal representation was one of the reasons the State cited as delaying the start of the pre-trial conference in the case against 64 people accused of being instigators of the July unrest.

Daily News News
Anelisa Kubheka|Published

Alleged July unrest instigators’ pre-trial conference yet to start

The pre-trial conference against those accused of being instigators of the July unrest the wreaked havoc in KwaZulu-Natal and other parts of the country was yet to get under way. The accused now 64 following the death of one appeared in the Durban High Court on Wednesday.

Daily News News
Anelisa Kubheka|Published

Tongaat tornado: Death toll rises to 12, over 1,200 people are homeless

A total of 12 people have died, 1200 are homeless and over 7,000 houses have been damaged, following a tornado in Tongaat.

News South Africa Kwazulu Natal
Jolene Marriah-Maharaj|Published

WATCH: Victims of Tongaat tornado now dealing with thieves taking what little they have left

Reaction Unit South African said residents affected by the tornado were now being targeted by thieves.

News South Africa Kwazulu Natal
Jolene Marriah-Maharaj|Published

Waiting for the right people to assume power

There was an easy-going atmosphere in and around this polling station, with many of those who cast their vote at the Queensburgh Civic Hall generally appreciative of the high visibility of police and security personnel at the venue.

Daily News News
Mervyn Naidoo|Published

Cops on high alert amid MK Party threats

Secret plan to quell upheaval if MK Party fails to win.

Daily News News
LUNGANI ZUNGU|Published

Mthatha protest action: N2 closed, high police presence, five arrested

Police have described the situation in Mthatha as tense, with many roads in and out of Mthatha still closed since Monday morning.

News Crime and Courts
Jolene Marriah-Maharaj|Published