Thami Magubane

Journalist, The Mercury

ANC condemns PM27 campaign for Patrice Motsepe's presidency, calls for supporters to desist

Thami Magubane|Published

The ANC has issued a stern warning against the PM27 campaign aimed at electing Patrice Motsepe as president, emphasising the need for organisational unity ahead ...

‘Fronting Is Economic Sabotage’: Deputy President Paul Mashatile Demands Tougher B-BBEE Laws, Harsher Penalties and Criminal ...

Thami Magubane|Published

Calls for stricter enforcement of Broad-Based Black Economic Empowerment (B-BBEE) regulations are growing, as leaders address the ongoing issue of fronting and its ...

Call for South Africa to tighten B-BBEE rules to combat fronting

Thami Magubane|Published

Calls for stricter enforcement of Broad-Based Black Economic Empowerment (B-BBEE) regulations are growing, as leaders address the ongoing issue of fronting and its ...

Tongaat Hulett liquidation: Trade Minister Parks Tau confirms legal action to prevent economic fallout

Thami Magubane|Published

The South African Department of Trade, Industry and Competition is contesting the liquidation of Tongaat Hulett, with Minister Parks Tau highlighting potential economic ...

Msunduzi probes MKP-affliated workers for water infrastructure sabotage

Thami Magubane|Published

Workers in the Msunduzi Municipality are under investigation for allegedly sabotaging municipal infrastructure to undermine political leadership, raising concerns ...

Sabotage behind Msunduzi CBD water outages, says mayor Thebolla

Thami Magubane|Published

Msunduzi Municipality has raised concerns over politically motivated sabotage of its water infrastructure, impacting key institutions in Pietermaritzburg. Mayor ...

eThekwini finances ‘sound’ says Mayor Xaba, despite low cash coverage concerns

Thami Magubane|Published

EThekwini Municipality's Mayor Cyril Xaba asserts the city's financial stability despite concerns over low cash on hand. Opposition parties express doubts about ...

KZN-Gauteng high-speed rail project: study underway

Thami Magubane and Willem Phungula|Published

Discover the latest developments in the feasibility study for a high-speed train connecting KwaZulu-Natal and Gauteng, as officials engage with stakeholders to enhance ...

Ramaphosa to unveil controversial R22m Mandela, Tambo statues in Durban in March

Thami Magubane|Published

Next month, President Cyril Ramaphosa will unveil two bronze statues of struggle icons Nelson Mandela and Oliver Tambo in Durban, highlighting their historical significance ...

Repatriated SA men give statements amid ongoing Hawks probe into Russia conflict recruitment

Thami Magubane|Published

Four South African men return home after months in the Russia-Ukraine conflict, revealing the trauma they endured and the ongoing investigation into their recruitment. ...

Tired and traumatised: Relative describes condition of four SA men repatriated from Russia

Thami Magubane|Published

A South African parent shares her emotional journey as two of her eight children return from Russia, highlighting the ongoing trauma faced by those still abroad

eThekwini Municipality's R20m spending for Metro FM awards sparks outcry from parties, ratepayers group

Thami Magubane|Published

Ratepayers and opposition councillors in eThekwini express outrage over the municipality's decision to allocate R20 million for the Metro FM Awards, questioning ...

Cosatu warns against ‘irresponsible’ use of public resources to save Tongaat Hulett

Thami Magubane|Published

Cosatu KZN expresses deep concern over the collapse of Tongaat Hulett's business rescue process, calling for urgent government intervention with strict conditions ...

Why business leaders support SA’s proposed specialised courts for contract disputes

Thami Magubane|Published

President Cyril Ramaphosa's proposal for a specialised court to resolve business disputes aims to enhance investor confidence and expedite project implementation, ...

uMngeni Municipality rates rebate: Relief for farmers hit by FMD outbreak

Thami Magubane|Published

uMngeni Local Municipality announces a rates rebate for farmers impacted by Foot and Mouth Disease, aiming to provide immediate relief as national interventions ...

Water crisis: Salga opposes Ramaphosa's threat of criminal prosecution of municipalities

Thami Magubane|Updated

SALGA has voiced strong opposition to the government's threat of criminal prosecution against municipalities failing to deliver water, warning that legal action ...

KZN church leaders set date for massive religious freedom march in Durban

Thami Magubane|Published

Church leaders in KwaZulu-Natal are preparing for a significant march on 12 March 2026, organised by the South African Church Defenders, to protest against the CRL ...

Ithala liquidation update: Finance MEC Rodgers says Prudential Authority may withdraw case

Thami Magubane|Published

Recent discussions between KwaZulu-Natal Finance MEC Francois Rodgers and Minister of Finance Enoch Godongwana suggest that the application to liquidate Ithala SOC ...

Durban R7.5bn Film City: Anant Singh and eThekwini Municipality provide new update on project

Thami Magubane|Published

After years of delays, the Durban Film Studio project is finally moving forward, with the developer announcing plans to commence construction pending municipal approval. ...

Tongaat Hulett liquidation: Zulu King Misuzulu’s plan to save 25,000 jobs

Thami Magubane|Published

With the potential liquidation of Tongaat Hulett Limited looming, King Misuzulu kaZwelithini is calling for intervention to help save the company and protect thousands ...

Durban Inner City revitalisation: eThekwini proposes new development agency

Thami Magubane|Published

The eThekwini Municipality is set to establish a new entity aimed at revitalising the inner city, addressing issues such as crime, poor service delivery, and declining ...

Will your ward councillor pass? ANC to conduct performance reviews ahead of 2026 elections

Thami Magubane|Published

ANC councillors in KwaZulu-Natal are set to undergo performance assessments as the party gears up for the upcoming local government elections, aiming to ensure that ...

IFP retains Umzumbe Ward 13, cites growing public trust

Thami Magubane|Published

The IFP's recent victory in the Umzumbe by-election highlights growing confidence in its leadership, with Councillor Bakhanyile Shozi elected to Ward 13, signalling ...

Eskom's 18% electricity price hike: A looming crisis for South African families

Thami Magubane|Updated

Eskom's recent announcement of an 18% electricity price increase raises alarms among consumer groups and energy experts, warning that it could lead to increased ...

Ramaphosa, Putin discuss return of 17 SA men after families' urgent plea

Thami Magubane|Published

Heart-wrenching accounts emerge of South African men trapped in the Russia-Ukraine conflict, facing dire conditions and forced to fight despite severe injuries. ...