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Thursday, May 22, 2025

Top budget-friendly getaways and experiences in KZN | Valentines On A Budget

Discover the best budget-friendly romantic getaways in KwaZulu-Natal for Valentine's Day, from nature reserves to luxurious lodges

Jolene Marriah-Maharaj|Published

LIFT passengers face multiple delays at King Shaka International Airport

Passengers flying with LIFT from King Shaka International Airport to OR Tambo International Airport experienced significant delays, leading to frustration and missed appointments.

Oluthando Keteyi|Published

eThekwini residents rally against R5 million golf sponsorship amid service delivery crisis

eThekwini Ratepayers Protest Movement criticises the municipality’s decision to allocate R5 million for a golf tournament while residents struggle with basic services.

Zainul Dawood|Published

Durban’s Investec SA Open Golf Championship to receive R5 million boost from eThekwini Municipality

eThekwini Municipality is set to discuss a proposed R5 million sponsorship for the Investec SA Open Golf Championship, aimed at boosting tourism and investment opportunities in Durban.

Zainul Dawood|Published

Recent rainfall boosts KwaZulu-Natal dam levels amid flood warnings

Recent heavy rainfall has significantly increased dam levels across KwaZulu-Natal, prompting the Department of Water and Sanitation to urge residents to exercise caution during potential flooding.

Zainul Dawood|Published

Durban beaches: 13 open, 10 closed due to pollution

Thirteen Durban beaches are open for the festive season, while ten remain closed due to pollution. Mayor Cyril Xaba emphasises the importance of regular water quality testing to ensure safety for residents and visitors.

Thobeka Ngema|Published

FlySafair's FA424 Lanseria-Durban flight grounded at OR Tambo after striking bird

FlySafair flight FA424 was diverted to OR Tambo after a bird strike on departure from Lanseria.

Sarene Kloren|Published

Two snakes captured inside the bedroom after entering through the window in KZN

A Rusa member who went to the scene, identified the reptiles as non-venomous Natal Bush Snakes.

Sinenhlanhla Masilela|Published

Ethekwini pumps R5m into sprucing up Durban ahead of festive season while direct flights still a concern

International tourism to KwaZulu-Natal remains impacted, with numbers still 17% below pre-pandemic levels, despite stable domestic travel to Durban.

Sarene Kloren|Published